biifi'): 



.-o- 



;. c i 






' " • ^ a\ 






a 0' 





°\/ 


''>. 


>^' 



,-i*- 



^'^.^ 



,0,^' 












,•0- V 



,*^ % 



A 












o 



^^•■^ 



•^^^ 



:• .^^'V 









.o- 



-;-;. ' '-f. 






.■.^'' 






■ 



iL ■ ■'>- 



■•.>' 



>,•^ -0. 



■•-^. ,^ 






:%^ 



.N' 



.^••^ 












V- V 






■fj. ■i' 



oo" 






o ,V^ 



.0- -6 






■\* ./ -iiri. 



.^••v 















-. « ,« 



\v , . 



'•*•. » 



.0> c " - •• * . -"<?. 






^•:v^^-^'/ 















^.- C^^ 



.■\ 



e 'y^ 



^% 






V- y 






'•*-, ' 



-, .* ^0^ 



■5 0^ 






A^' 



/■% 



V. ^\ 



^^..^ 






y 



^^' 'K 



oo^ 



sOO, 



c 0' 






GENEALOGY 



THK CiODING FAMILY 



By 

FRI-ni-Kir WFF^SII'R GOniNT,, M.I)., I'.i.l). 



WITH A BlOGRAfHICAL SKETCH OF THE AUTHOR 

BY MRS. A. M. TAYLOR AND HON. 

STEWART KEIGHTLEY 

- frrr aitJ Difiy U'ii'J &«/«■ Cemial 



Ittl; Niiirtrru piatra 



PUBLISHED BY THE jiUTHOR 



PRESS OF NICHOLSON PRINTING & MFG. COMPANY 

RICH.MOSD. INOIANA 

1906 



7/ 



PREFACE 



THE sources from which the information found in this volume 
was ol)taine<l w'crc numerous and varied. A search was 
made throuf,'h the records and files of the county court of 
Middlesex. Mass., and of the court of common sessions, to 1700. 
In the county court prior to Andros" time, all wills were proved 
and estates sc-ltled. the jurisdiction of this court Ikmur so compre- 
hensive that its records touch uj)on the most unusual occurrences. 
The method of perpetuatinp evidence was by deposition and ex- 
amination, the greater [K)rtion of these pa[)ers Ix-inp on file, and 
are a mine of penealofjical facts. The deeds and probate 
records of the same county also have Ixren searched. The archives 
of the state, and the great index, with the Watertown jK-titions, 
have been thoroughly examined, also the following: F'-Ssex county 
court records and files prior to KifiS ; Suffolk <lee<ls and probate 
records to 1700; the in<lex to cases in Suffolk county court files; 
the town records of Watertown, Dedham, Concord and Cambridge, 
also the proprietors' records of those towns ; the vital records of 
Watertown, Deilham, Roxbury, Concord, Cambridge, Wobuni, 
Boston. Wallham, I'lymouth, .Salem, and several other towns: 
W'yman's Charleston : the cluircli records of Watertown, Cam- 
bridge. Wnburn and .Salem; histories of Maine, Massachusetts and 
New Ham[)shire, and of many of the towns. .\ careful study has 
been made of the manuscript volumes in the Hoston State House, 
containing data of the I-Vench and Indian War. and of volume vi, 
"Massachusetts i^oldiers and Sailors of the Revolutionary War." 
Hond's Watertown, Savage's Dictionary, and many genealogical 
treatises together with histories of Denmark, N'ormantly, and En- 
gland, have been read with profit. X'arious other investigations 
as were suggested by the progress of the work, including such 
printed sources as records of the general court, records of the court 
of assistants, of .Xspinwall and Lechford (notaries prior to 16.^0), 
Massachusetts Historical Collections, and many other works found 
on the shelves of various genealogical libraries. Inscriptions on 
tombstones and records kept in family Bibles have been consulted, 
and to obtain the recent data thousands of letters have been written, 
while most of those now living, of the name, have been interviewed 



4 PREFACE 

who have supplied most of the interesting personal matter. To 
ascertain what was known of the Codings, in England, an appeal 
was made to the Registrar General, Somerset House, London, who 
replied that the keeping of the parish registers there was put in 
force in Henry VHI's time. Registration was effected under the 
Canon Law until 1812, when in consequence of the loss of so many 
registers through the carelessness of the clergy, an act of Parlia- 
ment was passed which provided regulations for registration and 
for the better preservation of registers. During the civil commo- 
tions in the reign of Charles L parish registers were greatly neg- 
lected, and there are but few parishes where registers with dates 
as early as 1538 are in existence; and there are no means of ascer- 
taining the names of the few parishes which possess such early 
registers. The receipt of such information precluded the idea of 
attempting anything like a systematic treatment of the family, in 
England ; but from various sources it was ascertained that the 
name was well known in southern England, a village in Wiltshire 
being named "Coding," while in Charles Reade's novel, "Foul 
Play," mention is made of "Coding's Brewery." 

L-nder what circumstances the coats of arms and crests were 
obtained is not known, yet it is a fact that they were given, in early 
times, to knights only, for some valuable service rendered to king 
or State. That of the Codin family is technically described as 
follows: "Sable, three ostrich feathers or; crest, ox yoke in bend 
sable, strapped azure." The Coding (London) coat of arms is thus 
described : "Cules two bars or, over all on a bend or, three lions' 
heads erased ppr. Crest, on a garb fesswise, a bird close, in the 
beak an ear of wheat all or." Motto, "Dominus providebit." When 
the lion is used in Heraldry it denotes a close relationship to Royalt}-, 
while the ostrich feathers are similar to those on the coat of arms 
of the Prince of Wales. The beautifully executed illustrations of 
the coats of arms and crests in this work were drawn and painted 
by Dr. J. L. Hancock, to whom I tender grateful thanks. 

Rumors are about regarding a "Coding Legacy" which is sup- 
posed to have been accumulating for many years in England. After 
a most careful and searching inquiry, I am satisfied that no such 
legacy ever existed, and any effort made to secure it will be met 
with disappointment. 

As to the origin of the name : In mythology the word god 
means a being superior to nature ; ing or en means a meadow, the 
meadow of god. The Century Dictionary gives the following 
definition of ingf: "A suffix of nouns, denoting: orisrin, and hence 




GODIN 



PREFACE 5 

a common patronymic, remaining in some English family or local 
names and having usually a derivative or patronymic force, 'son 
of — ' as 'Billing, son of Bill.' " Our name then means "son of 
God." The correct pronunciation is God-ing. 

In preparing this genealogy no attempt has been made to pro- 
duce a work with literary embellishments, but rather to place on 
record all that is known of the history of the family, the labor 
having been done during the spare moments of a busy official career. 
If the Ixxjk meets the approval of its readers. I am content, as I 
have done my best. Some will feel that the branch to which they 
belong has not been treatctl with as great a degree of completeness 
as are others, which is f|uitc true ; but the blame rests with them- 
selves, for everything obtainable has been included, while repeated 
requests for further information have not been responded to. 

And now that my self-imposed task is done, I desire to thank 
those who have so freely aided in the work, more especially Mrs. 
A. M. Taylor, who not only has devoted much time to the st-curing 
of data, but has read the ()r<x>f and supervised the publication of it. 

FRRDHRIC WEBSTER CODING. 

United States Con.sutate. Newcastle, N. S. W. 
July 1, 1906. 



NOTE.— Tbc irtldc pnpared br Mn. A M. Tirlot tat Hoa Mcvin Kel|l)U<r, VIn u4 Dfpiilr 
Ualled Slalc* Cooiul si NcwcMtle, ll !• bat ftlr to iftlr. vlll oet b« •««• bf ■« aatll It bM bc«a ^rinlffrf. 

r. W. C. 



INTRODUCTION 



IN NORSE mythology the first to have life was the giant Ymir, 
formed by contact of the vapor from above with the heat be- 
low. A cow, named Audhumla, was then formed from drops 
of moisture, which nourished the giant with her milk. While Ymir 
slept, a man and woman grew from under his left arm, and a son 
was produced from his feet. In the course of time, as the cow licked 
the salt and frost-covered stones a hair appeared, the next day a 
man's head, while the day after a perfect man was evolved, named 
Bure. Bure's son Boer married Bestla who had three sons, Odin, 
Vili and Ve, Odin being the chief god, the source of all wisdom, 
and the patron of culture and of heroes. From him the kings of 
Denmark claim descent, as late as the ninth century, styling them- 
selves "sons of the god Odin," the younger sons being distinguished 
from the heir apparent by the generic term "god odin," which later 
was corrupted to "godin." From this name Godwin, Goodwin, 
Gordon, Goding, etc., were derived. 

For reasons well known to the student of history a body of 
Scandinavians under the leader Hrolfr, one of the royal family of 
Denmark, descended on the country governed by the king of the 
Franks, spreading desolation and dismay over that fair land. Not 
being able to check their advance, the king was compelled to pur- 
chase peace by giving to Hrolfr and his associates the land now 
known as Normandy, who became permanent residents. Of the 
number one was a Godin (pronounced in French Godong), whose 
descendents are quite numerous, many of them having emigrated 
to the United States and Canada. They were essentially a military 
people who attached themselves to the warlike princes then on the 
thrones of European countries. One was an admiral of the 
Dutch fleet who visited the coast of New Jersey at an early date. 
Another settled in Turkey, founding the city of Goden; the city of 
Goding, in Austria, with a population of over 8,000, owes its ex- 
istence to yet another. Several of this branch have become dis- 
tinguished. Jean Baptiste Andre Godin was a prominent social 
reformer ; Louis Godin was a well known scientist and author ; Jean 
Godin was an eminent naturalist, traveler and author, and was 
professor in the Quito University. The name frequently appears 




CODING 



INTRODUCTION 7 

in French histories and novels, and always with a militan.- title. 
When William the Conqueror invaded England the name of one 
of his most favored officers was Godin, who settled in that country 
and doubtless was our first English ancestor. 

One of the branches is centered in the town of Godinge, on 
the island of Fyn, Denmark, and many of the name at the present 
time arc residents of Copenhagen. 

.Another branch from Denmark scttJed in England in the ninth 
century, among them being Earl Godwin, whose son, Harold, was 
"The last Saxon king of England." 

The names Coding. Godin, Goddin. Go<Icn, Go<ldcn, Goo<ling. 
Godwin, Gauden and Goodwin, arc well kni)wn in the English 
counties of SuflTolk. Somerset, Wilts, Cornwall and Devon, from 
which shires came a large proportion of the early settlers of Massa- 
chusetts, and where many families of the name still reside. There 
were three distinct emigrations of them to .America, the first in 
Ki28, the secf)n(l. using an extra d. about 1740. from Scotland: the 
third from I'.anweli and Keynsham. in Somersetshire, alxjut IS//); 
a number from the latter places settled about the same time in 
Australia. The Goodings who settled in Plymouth form a distinct 
American family. 

The early town and court records of New England show that 
the name was spelled by the clerks and other officers in a variety 
of ways ; hence, the search for our progenitors must proceed with 
the assumption that any person whose name, having a soimd simi- 
lar to our own, is fotmd in the early reconls. may belong to this 
family, although we now know that the descendants of Henry, 
when attaching their names to any document, spelled it "Goding," 
with the exception of a few of the Spencer branch, now living, who 
have added another d. 

As the second Henry, of Watertown, Mass., is the first ancestor 
from whom we can trace our lineage with certainty, it is desirable 
to ascertain the name of his father, if possible. .According to 
his own statement he was bom in 1642. but he does not state where; 
yet as immigration to the New England colonies practically ceased 
before 1643, the chances favor the opinion that he was born on 
this continent. Accepting this as a fact it will be necessary to 
learn what persons bearing the family patronymic, were in the 
colonies at a sufficiently early date to have had a son born in 1642. 
In the works of P'ope and others the names of some twenty persons 
appear, any one of whom may have been Henry's father, all 
but two, however, being easily excluded by the simple process of 



g INTRODUCTION 

elimination ; for we have their wills, or know from depositions, 
town records, or published genealogies, their age and the names 
of their children. One of these, William Coding, left a will (q. v.), 
in which no mention is made of wife or children, presumably be- 
cause he had none, otherwise he would have followed the custom 
then in vogue, and intimated whom they were. Again, as he was 
an apprentice in 1640, doubtless about ten years of age, he was too 
young, the presumption being that he was Henry's brother. 

The earliest mention made of a name similar to our own ap- 
pears in a book entitled "Chronicles of the First Planters of Massa- 
chusetts Bay," from which I quote the following: 

23d Feb., 1628. 
This day, delivered a warrant to Mr. George Harwood, Treasurer, to 
pay Mr. Barnard Michell one hundred pounds, in part of the freight of the 
"Abigail," Henry Gauden [Coding?], Master, from Weymouth to Nahum- 
keke, the goods shipped per bill of lading dated 20th June last, being 
per bill of lading AGyi tons of goods, besides the charge of Captain John 
Endicott, his wife, and (number not stated) persons of his company, their 
passage and diet. 

In the Ivliddlesex court house is filed a deed from John Marrat 
[Merritt], of Cambridge, conveying property to Timothy Gauden, 
of Watertown, December 16, 1689, his father witnessing the docu- 
ment as "Henry Gauden," while another transfer was made between 
the same persons two years later, the name being then written 
"Coding," proving the absence of any uniformity in the spelling. 

At a town meeting held on the 14th day of November, 1635, 
the following vote was passed: "No foreigner coming into the 
town, or any family arising among ourselves, shall have any benefit 
either of commonage, or land undivided, but what they shall pur- 
chase, except that they buy a man's right wholly in the town." At 
the time it was thought there were too many inhabitants in Water- 
town, a former vote directing that no person could become an in- 
habitant, or reside in the town without the permission of the free- 
men, or the person with whom they lived gave bonds to free the 
town from possible charges. A record of all persons appearing 
in the town was made, such persons being called upon to give 
reasons why they should not be compelled to depart at once. By 
a vote taken December 29, 1640, it was "ordered that all those 
Inhabitants vt have beene by Common Consent or vote taken in 
amongst vs, or have had Dividents granted to them shall be ac- 
cepted as townesmen. & no others." The following year a tran- 
script was made in which every person who held land by grant 



INTRODUCTION 9 

or purchase is mentioned, yet nowhere docs a name similar to 
Coding appear until Henry's marriage is recorded in the Water- 
town records, in the following words: "Henery Gooddin & Elizi- 
beth pcery marryd the 7 of Aprill ir/>3," proving conclusively that 
Henry's parents did not reside in W'atertown. 

After a thorough and exhaustive study of the question in all 
its bearings, I am of the opinion that Captain Henry Coding (in- 
correctly spclicfl by the shipping clerk, Cauden) was the first of 
our family in .America : and further, that he had two sons, William 
and llcnry, names which have been used in each generation down 
to the present time. .Moreover, Captain Cordon, .Secretary of the 
Massachusetts Historical and (lenealogical Society, of Boston, in- 
formed me, he was satisfied, after a most searching examination 
in connection with the preparation of the fionlon genealogy, that 
Captain Henry Cauden was the father of Henry Coding, of Water- 
town. 

Necessarily absent from home nuich of the time, an<i possibly 
a widower, doubtless Captain Henry Cwling apprenticed his son 
Henry to a weaver, who. after completing his term of service, mar- 
ried into one of the accei)ted families of W'atertown. Witii a good 
trade and some knowledge of the healing art, he was welcomed ; 
but where he came from history fails to tell us, yet, as time rolls on, 
new facts may be discovered which will throw some light on his 
early life. 

In stature the Codings as a rule are tall, spare, straight and 
active, with a fair complexion inclining towards .sandy. Those 
who have dark eyes and hair obtained the deeper coloring from 
intermarriage with other families. They are fond of being well 
dressed, are at ease in the i)resence of others, and are apjireciated 
in social circles. They naturally separate iti two divisions — one 
placing education before everything, the other looking upon the 
accunnilation of wealth as the first consideration. While inclined 
to be clo.se in money matters and to deny themselves of many com- 
forts they could well afford, they are not niggardly, and when 
siK-nding money spend it freely, alw.iys contributing their share of 
whatever they are interested in, and sometimes more. .Mthough 
tending towards a religious frame of mind a large number are 
non-clnirch going, and have decidedly liberal views, some being in- 
terested in the occult. t>f those belonging to churches most of 
them are Baptists, the earlier members of the family having sepa- 
rated from the Established Church and joined that sect at a time 
when to be a Baptist meant social ostracism, the desertion of 



lO INTRODUCTIO.y 

friends, and to be despised by a large majority of the people. But 
they were strong in their convictions and were willing to sacrifice 
liberty, property, and even their lives for what they deemed to be 
right. In politics, in more recent years, the majority were Aboli- 
tionists and later Republicans, always taking an active interest in 
political affairs in which they wielded considerable power. Many 
are on committees, a number have filled town and county offices, 
quite a few have occupied seats in various state legislatures, and 
one is United States consul. Others have held positions under 
the Federal Government which they have filled with credit. None 
have genuine artistic talent nor do many have a taste for poetry ; 
but there are some excellent musicians and the greater number are 
readers of general literature, while they all have a fine sense of 
humor, and love a good story. Both the men and women have spe- 
cial aptitude for business, in which they are successful owing to the 
possession of excellent judgment as to quality and values. As a 
rule the men will not perform heavy manual labor, and when found 
associated with heavy work it is usually in the capacity of "boss." 
Thev are natural leaders, always being found among the best people 
of the community in which they live. 

The occupations of the men vary with their tastes and environ- 
ment. But one was an ordained minister of the Gospel, although 
several were lay preachers, and quite a number of ministers have 
married into the family. As nearly every one has a predilection 
for the care of the sick and injured, it seems strange but one is a 
physician and one a dentist. A few were lawyers, several were 
bankers, two were confidential clerks, a few were college professors 
and a large number were school teachers during the early period 
of their lives. Some have been successful in the real estate busi- 
ness, and others were railway and steamship men, one being prac- 
tically the owner of a line of steamers. But they do not take kindly 
to the sea, four only having followed it for a livelihood, one of 
whom was master and owner. There were several hotel proprietors 
and two meat packers. Farming has attracted a number usually 
in connection with some other line of business such as running a 
store, dealing in live stock, or one of the trades. The mechanical 
trades seem to be favored by a goodly number ; two have been 
weavers of cloth, two were paper makers, while those engaged as 
carpenters, wheelwrights, millwrights, mill workers, machinists, 
butchers and masons are beyond enumeration. However, the 
term day laborer used in the .American sense could be with truth 
applied to but few. 



INTRODUCTION ii 

From the earliest times the Gofiins were essentially a military 
people, the name frequently appearing in the annals of those clays 
applied to rulers and leaders of men. Many held exalted posi- 
tions in various European countries, the sense of leadership doubt- 
less prompting them to adopt such a vocation. The coats of arms 
are proofs of the valor and relative standing of ^mc of our an- 
cestors, the ostrich feathers and lions' heads showing a close re- 
lationship to the royal house of England. The heralds used every 
precaution against the infringement of heraldric rights and as a 
consequence arms are one of the most reliable guides to the gene- 
alogy of families. After the time of William the Conqueror. 
English history docs not particularly mention the name; but as 
early in the history of New England as King Williams War. it 
was borne by a number who were engage<l in that straggle, one of 
whom was specially mentioned for meritorious conduct. In the 
French and Indian War nearly a dozen enlisted, in the Revolution- 
ary War more than half that number of our own family took an 
active part, while manv others of the name are recorded. There 
were at least three in the War of 1812. several in the "Madawasca 
War." nearly thirty in the War of the Reliellion. while the name 
of but one appears on tlie records of the late Spanish-.American War. 
One was a soldier in the Florida War. but none appears to have 
taken part in the War with Me.xico. Also about a dozen were 
in the War of the Rebellion who were husbands or sons of Goding 
women. Some were privates, several were sergeants, two held 
commissions as captains, and one rose to the rank of major, his 
advancement being <luc to bravery shown on many battlefields. 
The war records show that every one of the name served during 
the term of his enlistment or was honorably discharged for m- 
juries or illness unless overtaken by death, and not one deserted— 
a better record no family can show. In this connection it may be 
added that one was a student at the West Point Military Academy, 
another doubtless will soon be apiwinte.l there, and one each are 
in the United States Regular Army and the Massachusetts State 

Guards. 

The Goding women are well formed, good looking, many even 
beautiful, are keen and bright, learn readily, are fine conversational- 
ists, and have very high ideals morally. They are excellent cooks 
and make the best of wives and mothers. Their reverence of an- 
cestry is strong, nearly every one having a more or less general 
knowledge of the family history: nine-tenths of the recent informa- 
tion contained in this volume was supplied by them. Few have been 



12 INTRODUCTION 

compelled to remain single, and in the opinion of many no man 
looking for a wife will err in selecting a woman bearing the name, 
provided she will have him. 

In concluding this criticism it may be remarked that the Cod- 
ings are tactful, intensely practical, self-reliant, resourceful, quick 
at repartee, and particularly noticeable for their mechanical in- 
genuity, for they can make anything and skillfully use any tool 
or instrument. Taken as a whole, they are above the average in 
intellectual capacity, can make a living anywhere, and are respect- 
able, law-abiding citizens. In a most exhaustive study of the 
records not a pauper, nor a drunkard, nor a criminal was found, 
nor an illegitimate discovered bearing the name, a condition few 
families can boast of. 



GODING (GENEALOGY 



1. HEXRY GODIXG. 

Nothinp is known of him lx:yond the fact that he was master 
of the British sliip "Ahij^'ail" which visited Massachusetts Bay in 
1628, and was then in the coasting trade. To have been placed in 
command of a ship he must have been versed in navigation, and 
business ; and as freight was paid to him he must have been in 
the confidence of the owners of the vessel. 

His chihlrcn — 
William, b. atiout 1630; d. in 1666; unmarried. 
Henry, b. in 1642; m. .April 7, 1663. Elizabeth Perry; d. Oct. 13. 1720. 

2. \VILLI.\M GODING (1 Henry). 

lie was an apprentice in ICAO. tn Comfort Starr, of Cambridge 
and Du.xbury, Mass., but later returned to Middlesex county where 
he died, leaving the following will : 

William Godi.n(;'s Will. 

In the name of God, and the .itrength of Jesus Christ my alone Savior, 
I William Goddcn being sickc and wcakc, but of sound memory & under- 
.standing. do upon the 9th d.iy of the 12th mo. comonly called febniary, 1663 
Do make and constitute my last will & tcstam't in man" following. 

first 1 give to Mary Blanchard the wife of Samuel Ulanchard the sum 
of IS Is in money if it may be found of my Estate in New England or else 
to be made 15 Is of the best of my l'2statc, in any place where it is due 
to mee in New England, where shee please, or in what shce please, this 
estate I give to her for her use, and to be disposed of as shee will. 

2ly. I give to Mary Skinner the wife of Thomas Skinner of Maulden 
three pounds & five shillings, in money which is now in her hands, to be 
for her, & her di.sposing. 

3ly. I give to Simon Melings 20 s to be paid in marcliantable goods 
by my executors. 

41y. I give to Thomas Barrcnce ten shillings, five whereof is now in 
his hands, the other five to be payd in goodes by my executors. There is 
due to me in the hands of Edward Wiar Scotchman in money 20 s and in 
the hands of William Egar Scotchman 10 s in money, & in the hands of 
James Greene in money 12 s. All wch money is to be payd to my executors, 
the moneys is to be disposed for my buriall. .-Mso I give to the foure yt 



14 GENEALOGY OF THE CODIXG FAMILY 

cary mee to my grave 2 s a peece, to be payd by my executors : my debts 
& funall charges first discounted. I give the remainder of my estate that 
can any way be found in New Engld by bill, bond, or otherwise due to mee, 
I say I give the remainder of my estate to be disposed of, for the schooling 
of the Poare children of Charles Towne & Maulden, into equall proporceons, 
to be payd by the direccon of the selectmen of each Town under their hands 
to my Executors. Also I do make choyce of my freind Samuel Blanchard 
my Executor, with whome Hee shall choose unto Him, to record all my 
estate any way due to mee in New England, by bill, bond, or otherwayes, and 
to dispose of it according to this my Will. 

In witness Whereof I have hereunto set my hand & Scale 
Witness my hand 

Mary Blanchard ' ^/ 

Enterd and recorded the 26 of the 3d mo. 1666. 

By (Signed) Thomas Danforth, R. 
The Inventory is preserved. 

The above will is in his own handwriting and shows that he 
was well educated for those days ; it also shows that he was the 
pioneer philanthropist of America, giving his money for the educa- 
tion of the poor, doubtless realizing that the future of his country 
depended very largely on the intellectual development of the masses. 

2. HENRY CODING (1 Henry). 

Of his early life nothing is known other than he learned the 
trade of weaving cloth. The notice of his marriage in the Water- 
town records is the first time his name appears, again being men- 
tioned a few months after, October 29, 1663, as having been paid 
£1-10-0, by the town authorities, for dressing Hugh Passam's [Par- 
son's] leg. It is significant that so soon after becoming a resident 
of the town he was employed by its officers to perform surgical 
work, showing they were aware that he had had some special train- 
ing in the healing art. Frotn that time the members of the family 
have shown an aptitude for the care of the sick and injured. In 
1667 he donated £1-3-1, toward repairs on the town school house, 
evidently having the money to give, and showing his interest in 
educational affairs. He was defendant, with others, January 26, 
1680, for allowing his cattle to roam over the range without pay- 
ing the herdsman, the selectmen ordering him to pav his proportion. 
June 12, 1681, Ruth Bloyce granted to Henry the land formerly 
belonging to her father, Hugh Parsons, and became a member of 
his family, remaining there until she died. This land, consisting 
of four acres, and bounded westerly Ijy the King's commons, 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODISG FAMILY 



15 



northerly by Thomas I'hilpot, easterly by William Priest, and 
southerly by William Shattuck ( Miildlesex Deeds. 7:381). re- 
mained in his possession for many years, the transfer having been 
diilv recognized by the town authorities on the third day of March, 
1711-12 (Watertown Records, p. 207). On May 9, 1694, a public 
meeting was held, in Watertown. to protest against the location 
selected for the erection of a house of worship, at which meeting 
Henry and his son, Timothy, were present. They declared that they 
would not pay one penny towards the cost of the building unless 
allowed to say where it shouUl stand. They agreed to stand by 
their committee of four with their bodies and estates in whatever 
they did, thus showing that they had the courage of their convic- 
tions, a trait still noticed in his flescendents. His life does not 
seem to have always been in pleasant places, for he next appears 
in a controversy with his neighbor. Davis Church, over the leas- 
ing of the land formerly rtccupied by Thomas I'hilpot. .\s was the 
custom then, the matter was referred to the selectmen who de- 
cided the claim in favor of Henry, he to pay an annual rental of 
ten shillings. His first ownership of land is shown by the follow- 
ing vote at a general town meeting held July 1'*, 16''S: "X'oted 
by the town that the land that henry Goddins hous stands on shall 
be Legually Confirmed to him or his heirs by the town with in one 
year after the clecease of the widdow Hloice." < )n ( )ctober 4. 
UVC^, Henry makes com])laint against William Shattuck about some 
apple trees which Henry claimed Ixdongefl to him. the question re- 
lating to the l(Kation of the line between the places occupied by the 
litigants: a committee was appointed who decided in favor of 
Henry's claim. ,\ii interesting inciilent. showing the custom i:)f those 
times, is given in the following, taken from the town records: "At 
a meeting of the select-men of Watertown December: Jlst 1711: 
the Selectmen being informecl by William Ciodden : that Ruth Bloss 
lay Dead at their House: the select-men Considering that sd Bloss 
had of late been the towns Care, it is Ordered that the Town Treas- 
urer do prouide four gallonds of Wine all so Suger and spice: 
that So sd bloss may haue a decent finerall at the towns Cost and 
Charge." 

.As the location of Henry Coding's property is of considerable 
interest to his descendents. an effort has been made to establish it. 
Doubtless the land was in Pequasset, in what is now known as Bel- 
more Common, not far and a little to the east of the village, about 
midway between Belmont and Hill's Crossing, and a little to the 
south. 



1 6 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

Three years before he died, Henry transferred on the 11th 
September, 1717, four acres, partly orchard, mow, and plow land, 
bounded east by William Shattuck. south by William Shattuck. Jr., 
west and north by the commons, to the Mass. Com., consideration 
£25. The balance of his possessions he left by will, as follows, 
his wife having died some years before: 

HENRY CODING'S WILL. 

In the name of God, Amen. The first day of December one thousand 
seven hundred and twelve. I Henry Goddin of Watertown in the County 
of Middlesex within His Majesties Province of the Massachusetts Bay in 
N. England Weaver being weak in Body, but of perfect Mind, and Memory; 
thanks be given to God Therefor calling to mind the Mortality of my Body, 
and knowing that it y appointed for all men once to dye : Do make, and 
ordain This my last Will, and Testament that is to say Principally, and first 
of all I give, and Recommend my soul into the hands of God, that gave it, 
and my body I recommend to the Earth to be buried in decent Christian 
burial at the direction of my exectrs, and as touching such worldly goods 
and Estate wherewith it hath pleased God to Bless me in this life : I give, 
demise and dispose of the same in the following manner, and form — 

Imprd After all my just debts, and funeral charges being first paid I 
give to my two sons Timothy Godden, and William Godden, and to their 
heirs and Assigns forever all my Estate both Real, and Personal equally 
to be divided between them they paying to my daughter Elizabeth Bull 
twenty shillings out of my Estate (being with what she hath already had 
her Portion). My two above sons to take the whole care and charge equally 
to maintain me during my natural life in this world whom likewise I consti- 
tute, make and ordain my Executors of this my Last Will and Testament. 

In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand & seal the day and 
year above written — 

(Signed) 

Signed, sealed, published, pronounced & 
declared by the said Henry Godden 
as his Last Will & Testament. 
In the presence of us the Subscribers. 
John Chenery. 
Joshua Kendal. 
Munings Sawin. 
Probated Nov, 9, 1720. 

His children — 

Timothy, b. March 8, 1664 ; died in 1723 ; unmarried. 

Elizabeth, b. Nov. 8. 1667: m. Jan. 23, 1700. Samuel Bull; no issue. 

William, b. in 1669; m. March 26, 1701, Mary Pease; d. in 1746. 



^ ^r\ry ^o^/y 




Fi^i:i)i:ric \\'i:iisti'r Codixc, 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 



17 



3. TIMOTHY CODING (2 Henr>-, 1 Henry). 

He was brought up in W'atertown. where he learned the trade 
of weaving cloth from his father. Judging from the number of 
real estate transfers, he must have been keen on trade; in 1689 he 
purchased land from John Mcrritt, and sold some to him in 1691 ; 
in 1724 he sold land to J. Francis, to J. Holman, J. Swan, and to 
S. Perry. The following inventory is preser\'ed in the East Cam- 
bridge court house: 

His I>f%tSTOiiY. 

,\n Inventory of the Real] and personal Estate of Mr. Timothy Coding 
late of W'atertown deceased intestate .-Vppraiscd by us the subscribers the 
fourth day of March Anno Domini One thousand seven Hundred and 
Twenty Three for & which is as follows viz: 
Imprimis 

In wearing apparrel 
.\n Iron Pot 

A razor knife and wooden dish and a baskit 
A Syith and Tacklin 
A Small Quantity of Beefe 
A Cow 

One half part of a Lot of Land partly Meddow and partly 
upland lying in VVatcrtowne the whole peice being Eight 
Acres by Estamation 
A Small wood lot on Cambriridgc Rock So called of Eight 

,\cres by Estimation 
A Certain peice of Land lying in Lexington of tifty and five 
Acres by Estimation 

Midd. County. 
Camb. 7 April, l"-'4 
Exp. on oath by 
Wm. Coding. 
Admr. to the sd 
deed as a perfect 
Inventory. 

Alt F. Foxcroft 



£ s d 
02-05-00 
00-10-00 
00-03-05 
00-05-00 
00-06-00 
05-00-00 



40-00-00 



■>'■> flO lY) 



JJJWM 



^yyj 



£278-09-05 

^ V 

John Dickson. 
Jno. Coolidg. 
John Cutter. 



3. 



ELIZ.\BETH GODINC (2 Hcnn,-, 1 Henry). 

.•\t the age of 2>i she married Samuel Bull, of Menotomy (now 
.'\rlington), Mass., where she resided. No children being bom to 
them they adopted Samuel, son of her brother, William, and Mary 
Boyce, to whom Mr. Bull conveyed all of his real and personal 
property October 29. 1724, with the exception of £50 due to his 
wife from her brother as a part of her inheritance from her father. 
No record has been found showing how she disposed of the money. 



I8 GENEALOGY OF THE GODIKG FAMILY 

3. WILLIAM CODING (2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

The first notice of William, after giving the date of birth, is 
on the occasion of the death of Rnth Bloyce, mentioned in the 
Watertown records. Some time afterward he was permitted by the 
proprietors to assume the lease held by his father during the father's 
lifetime, the records showing the following agreement: "Pursuant, 
to A Vote of the Proprietors At a meeting the 17th day of February 
1719-20. William Coding appearing & apphing himfefe to the 
Proprietors Committee to hire the Land that was formerly im- 
proued by Thomas Philpot being four Acres by eftimation bounded 
Westerly with Kings-comon and the land of Henry Coding. Easter- 
ly with the land of William Shattuck, North with the line between 
Watertown & Cambridge and foutherly with the land of the 
aboue sd Henry Coding. Agreed upon that the aboue sd William 
Coding siiall Improue faid piece of Land for one year next en- 
fuing, he yeilding and paying for the fame one shilling to the Pro- 
prietors Clerk, and yearly paying the fame fum of one fhilling to 
Injoy the sd piece of land during the lifetime of his faid Aged 
father. The faid William Coding being prefent did agree and 
Concent to what is aboue written. By fugfcribing to it. ( Signed) 
William Coding." 

At a general meeting of the qualified voters of Watertown held 
March 1, 1724-5, he was elected Tything man, a town officer whose 
duty was to exercise a general moral police in the town ; also to 
preserve order during divine service, and enforcing attendance on 
it. The year following his bond was accepted by the town au- 
thorities for £300, proving his standing in the community. After 
leasing the land upon which he resided for a number of years, he 
purchased it for the sum of fifty pounds, receiving a deed from the 
proprietors May 10, 1728. He made transfer of land in 1724 to 
Samuel Bull, in 1739 to A. Boardman, H. Prentice, and Richard 
Clark, leaving considerable property to his children, as may be seen 
by the subjoined will. He was what is now known as a farmer. 

2. William Godinh's Will. 
In the name of God Amen. The Twentyninth day of May .Anno 
Domini One Thousand seven hundred and forty six. I William Godding 
of Watertown in the County of IVIiddlesex and Province of the Massachusetts 
Bay in New England Husbandman Being very weak in Body but of perfect 
mind and memory for which thanks be given to God : Therefore calling 
into mind the mortahty of my Body and knowing that it is appointed for 
all men once to Dye Do make and Ordain this my Last Will and Testament, 
that is to say, Principally and first of all, I give and Recommend my Soul 
into the hands of God that gave it : .\n<\ mv body I Recommend to the 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIS'G FAMILY 19 

Earth to be buried in Utcent Ch^i^tian Burial at the Discretion of my 
Executors : Nothing doubting liut at the general Resurrection I shall Re- 
ceive the Same again by the mighty power of God. And as touching such 
worldly Estate wherewith it hath pleased God to bless me within this Life 
I give and Dispose of the same in the following Manner and Korm — 

I Give and Bequeath to Mary my well beloved wife all my moveable 
or Personal Estate of what Denommation soever to be at her own Dis- 
posall. 

I give unto my said wife the Sole Improvement of the Whole of my 
Real Estate of Mousing and Lands during the whole term S: time of her 
Remaining my Widow. 

My will is that after my sd wife Dccca.sc the whole of my Real Estate 
above sd shall lie I.j my well l»cloved Sons viz. William Godding & Henry 
Godding to be Equally Divided between them, they paying my just Debts 
and funeral Charges and the Legacies hercallcr named. And I do there 
fore Accordingly Give and Bequeath unto them my said sons William and 
HtMiry (iodding all my Real Estate of Housing and I-ands (after my said 
wifes Decease) to be Epually diviiled Between them as aforesaid to be to 
them the said William and Henry their heirs and assigns, forever They 
the said William and Henry paying my jiisf debts and funeral Charges 
Iv|Ually between ihcm. And they the sd William and Henry paying also out 
of said Real Ivslate within the space of three years next after my sais wives 
Decease to my f>ther ChiMrcn the following Prospective Legacies which I 
give and Beqiienth unto them Respectively vi/. To my well lielovcd Jvin 
Samuel Go<lding the sum of Twenty Pounds f>ld Tener. To my well 1k- 
loved son John Godding the sum of Twenty Pounds Ohl Tener To my 
well beloved Daughter Mary Crisson the sum of Twenty Pounds Olil Tener. 
To my well beloved Daughter Elizabeth Bathcrick the sum of Twenty Pounds 
Old Tener. To my well l)eloved Daughter Hannah Godding Twenty Pounds 
Old Tener. To my well beloved Daughter .Miigail Wheeler Twenty Pounds 
Old Tener. All the Almve sd Legacies to \k paid by my said sons William 
and Henry E<|ually between them within the space of three years after my 
wives Decease as alnivesaid — 

Finally. I do hereby Nominate .-Vppoint and Ordain my well beloved 
sons William Godiling and Henry Godding aliove named to l)e Executors of 
this my Last Will and Testament. And I do hereby L'tterly Disalow revok 
and Disanull all and every other former Testament Wills, Legacies, Bequests, 
and ICxeciitors by nie in any ways before Named Willed & Bequeathed, 
Ratifying and Conforming this and no other to be my Last Will and Testa- 
ment. 

In Witness I the saul William Godding have hereunto set my Hand 
& Seal the Day and Year .Mxive Written. 
Signed Scaled published pronounced & 

Declared by the said William God- 
ding as his I-ast Will & Testament 

in the presence of us the subscribers 
Joseph mason, 
Oliver livcnnorc, 
nehemiah mason. 
Lodged by the E.xecutors 
Feb. 16, 1746. 




20 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

His children — 

Mary, b. Oct. 18, 1701 ; m. Mr. Cresson. 

William, b. April 24, 1703; m. 1st in 1731 Martha Spooner, 2d Oct. 8, 
1753, Mercy Stearns ; d. in 1757. 

Henry, b. Oct. 28, 1704; m. May 31, 1728, Elizabeth Holden; d. in 1759; 
no issue. 

Samuel, bapt. March 16, 1706; m. in 1733 (?) Mary Boyce ; d. Feb. 1, 
1761. 

Elizabeth, bapt. June 23, 1708; m. in 1727, John Batherick; d. June 18, 
1747. 

Thomas, bapt. Oct. 1, 1710: probably died young, as he is not men- 
tioned in his father's will. 

Abigail, b. 1713; m. Mr. Wheeler. 

John, bapt. Sept. 18, 1715; no record of marriage. 

Hannah, bapt. May 20, 1716; m. April 1, 1747, Isaac Child; d. Feb. 16, 
1788. 

Dorothy, bapt. Oct. 20, 1717; m. Feb. 1, 1740, John Gleason. 

4. WILLIAM GODING (3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His first wife was born March 6, 1715, and died July 1, 1749; 
she was the daughter of Peter and Rebecca Spooner, of the Coolidge 
family. He, at this time, owned two tracts of land which he sold to 

5. Prentice for £26-13-4, in 1752, and in 1761 another piece to 
W. Smith, doubtless portions of the land willed by his father. His 
second wife was the widow of Daniel Stearns; she died in 1767. 
He was assessed a tax in ^Medford in the year 1728. The death of 
the three later children was caused by diphtheria. He was elected 
Fence Viewer March 7, 1743. 

His children by the first wife, none by the second- 
Martha, b. June 30, 1732; m. June 4, 1752, Daniel Peirce. 
Rebecca, b. July 19, 1734; d. Sept. 22, 1749; unmarried. 
William, b. Oct. 29, 1736; m. .\pril 20, 1761, Mary Stearns. 
Jonathan Coolidge, b. Jan. 31, 1739; m. May 21, 1761, Hannah Larned; 

d. in 1825 or 1830. 
Joanna, b. April 21, 1741 ; d. July 5, 1749. 
Peter, b. July 29. 1744 ; d. July 8, 1749. 
Henry, b. Nov. 13. 1746; d. Sept. 8. 1749. 
Spencer, b. June 28, 1749; m. about 1780, Margaret ? ; d. 1819. 

5. MARTHA GODIXG (4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

Her children — 
Henry, b. March 1, 1753. 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 21 

5. WILLIAM CODING (4 William. 3 William. 2 Hcnrv. 1 

Henry). 

His early life was passed in Watertown ; but after his marriage 
he lived in Cambridge where his two first children were bom. In 
May. 1765. he settled in Newton. Mass. He enlisted in the French 
and Indian War. at Boston, and entered service November 28. 1755, 
serving until May 29. 1756; he is recorded as ser%ing on the 
Crown Point expcfiition. fifteen days' traveling expenses having 
been allowed from .Albany. His name appears in a list of men be- 
longing to Capt. Thomas Cheevcr's company, from Watertown. as 
equipped with gun and receiving gim money, probable date being 
April 5, 1758. His service in the Revolutionary War is recorded 
in "Massachusetts Soldiers and Sailors of the Revolutionary War." 
vol. vi, page 565. He was a private in Capt. Joshua Reed's com- 
pany. Col. N'arnum's regiment, the date of his enlistment being 
December 4, 1775. 

His children — 

William, b. Dec. 27, 1761; m. May 7. 1787. Hannah Walker; d. June 

IS. 1848. 
S.irah. b. June 13. 1763; m. Oct. 5. 1786. Seth 1. Brown. 
Rebecca, b. Ocl. 14. 1764; m. about 1792. .Vsa Moore. 
Mercy, b. July 14. 1766; died in infancy. 
Mercy, b. Oct 14. 17()8; m. in 1789. Rev. Joseph .Adams; d. .Xpril 9. 

1841. 
.Anna. b. Aug. 2, 1770; d. in youth, of consumption. 
Henry, b. Sept. 10. 1772; m. in 1796. Eunice Shcpard ; d. July 22. l.'^Sl. 

6. WILLIAM CODING (5 William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 
Henry, 1 Henry). 

Rorn in Watertown. Mass.. he was early apprenticed to a 
weaver of fine linen who hail a hand loom in his home. He de- 
spised the work, and. as his mother resided near Harvard College, 
letting rooms to the students, his associates were mostly of that 
class. He improved the opportunity by devoting his evenings to 
study, acquiring a good education. His memory was marvelous, 
enabling him to practically memorize the Bible. During the day 
he worked with the butchers and market men luitil he was 25 years 
old. then moved to Jay, Maine, erecting the first log house in the 
town, and married the daughter of John Walker, of Livermore, 
where his chiMren were born. Having a predilection for religious 
work he became a member of the Baptist church. North Livermore, 
in 1793. ordained as an evangelist in 1802. shortly after becoming 



22 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

pastor of the Wayne Baptist church where he labored for four 
years. Accepting a call from the Actoii churcli he there devoted 20 
years of his life to the cause in which he was so deeply interested. 
Afterward he moved to Shapley, Maine. His wife died February 13, 
1846. He was a man of large stature, an eloquent and persuasive 
speaker, while the local histories state that he was an enthusiastic 
church builder, and a good man. 

His children — 

Rebecca, b. Feb. 26, 1788; d. March 20, 1854: unmarried. 

Luther, b. Dec. 16. 1791; m. Feb. 18. 1816. Abigail Hubbard: d. J.in. 

13. 1880. 
Hannah Walker, b. Nov. 8. 1793: m. in 1830, Rev. Atherton Clark. 
Polly, b. April 4, 1795; died in youth. 
Sarah Pike, b. May 14. 1797; m. in 1830. Elijah Morse: d. Aug., 1838. 

7. LUTHER CODING (6 William, 5 William, 4 William, 3 \\i\- 
Ham, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His youth was passed in Livermore, Maine, where his education 
was obtained. After moving to Acton his father resigned all re- 
sponsibilty of business to him, this training being of great 
value to him in after life. He held many offices of trust: he 
was a member of the state legislature in 1861, justice of the peace 
for 25 years, deputy sheriff and tax collector for more than a dozen 
years, and was a successful veterinary surgeon. He was frequently 
an administrator of estates, and seldom did the probate court con- 
vene that he was not present to adjust the affairs entrusted to him. 
(Jne who knew him writes : "He endeavored to lighten the burdens 
of others, as is shown by the record in his diary during the civil 
war, when so many soldiers" families needed assistance. No other 
motive than an honest discharge of duty well done ever actuated 
his life, and no brighter record of duty well done is anywhere to be 
foimd. He not only professed Christianity, but his life was a living 
example, with true integrity for all friendships and an unselfishness 
and charity in his dealings with his fellow man." 

His children — 

Hannah Walker, b. Dec. 30. 1816; m. in 1846, Thomas G. Jamieson. 
William, b. Feb. 2, 1820; m. Julv 4, 1852, Clara A. Morse; d. July 2, 

1872. 
Abigail Hubbard, b. Feb. 23, 1822; unmarried; d. .April 6, 1903. 
Luther Martin, b. Feb. 21, 1824; m. Dec. 2, 1846, Draxey Brackett ; d. 

Nov. 11, 1869. 
John Walker, b. Sept. 19, 1827; m. July 23, 1855, Elizabeth A. Ranlett. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 23 

Sarah Hiibl)artl, b. April 15, IWO; m. Oct. 8. 1856. George Gilman ; d. 

July 25. 1891. 
Richard Hubbard, b. May 25, 1832; m. Jan. 2. 1861. Dorca.s J. Bracket! ; 

d. Aug. 20. 1879. 
Mary Elizabeth, b. Aug. 21. 1839: m. March 16. 1861. George Clough. 

8. II.WX.MI WALKER GODIXG (7 Lutlitr, 6 William, 5 Wil- 
liam. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henrj-, 1 Mcnry). 
She was born in Acton, Mc. but now resides in Dover. X. II.. 
where she is stayinp with her dauf^hter. She is a remarkably well 
preserved woman, her ability to recall inci<lents of the past, in con- 
nection with this history, being all that could be desired. 

Ilcr children — 
Anna Lola, b. Aug. 8, 1860; m. Sept. 16, ISSS, A. B. Scavcy. 
Eflfie, an adopted daughter, who married Charles Coding. 

8. WILIJAM GODING (7 Luther. 6 William. 5 William. 4 Wil- 

liam. 3 William. 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

He was a farmer, residing in tlie vicinity of .\lfred, Mc. His 
wife died January l.\ 1888. 

His children — 
Rufus Henry, b. Dec. 13, 1S?3; m. Oct. 21, 1877, Jessie F. Ilurd. 
William Luther, b. June 12. 1858; m. May 6. 1880. Evelyn E. Hilton. 
Bertha Abl.ie. b. Nov, 21. 1S(,2: m. June 22. 1886. Lieut. F. C. Kimball. 

9. RL'FL'S HENRY GODIXG (8 William. 7 Luther, G William, 

3 William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Me was bom in .Xcton, Me., but moved, after marriage, to \'cr- 
milion, S. D., where he. with his children, reside on a farm. 

I lis children — 
Ernest Eugene, b, April 14. 1879; m. June 18. 1902, Cornelia Dubois. 
William Mark, b. July 3, 1881 ; unmarried. 
Edith Alpha, b. Sept. 19, 1883; d. Dec. 7, 1888. 
Bertha I'tta. b. Aug. 27, 1885; m. Dec. 14. 1901. Mark Myers. 
Clara Rhoby. b. July 14. 1888; unmarried. 
Flora Emma, b, Aug. 8, 1890. 

10. ERNEST EUGEXE GODING (9 Rufus II., 8 William, 7 
Luther, fi William, .t William. 4 William. 3 William. 2 Henry, 
1 Henry). 

The subject of this sketch has the distinction of being the only 
member of the Goding family who served his country in the late 



24 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 



Spanish-American war, while his record shows that he served it 
well. He enlisted in the 1st South Dakota regiment, in Sioux 
Falls, where it was being recruited, leaving the University of Ver- 
milion where he was a student, and served as corporal, and sergeant. 
He served in the Philippine Islands until his regiment returned, 
when he re-enlisted in the 37th U. S. Volunteers, which was being 
recruited, in July, 1899. He served as 1st sergeant of Company I, 
and was mustered out at San Francisco in February, 1901. He has 
no family. 

10. BERTHA ETTA CODING (9 Rufus H., 8 William, 7 
Luther, 6 William, 5 William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 
1 Henry). 

Her children — ■ 
Bertha Fern. b. March 1, 1903. 

9. WILLIAM LUTHER GODINC (8 William, 7 Luther, 6 Wil- 
liam, 5 William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He is a farmer, residing in South Acton, Me. 

His children — 
Raymond Leslie, b. Oct. 5, 1889. 

9. BERTHA ABBIE CODING (8 William, 7 Luther, 6 William, 
5 William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
The subject of this sketch has known sorrow and sunshine, 
darkness and daylight, has been a queen of society and forced into 
a business life with its attendant vicissitudes, eventually developing 
into a mature, well balanced, intellectual lady whom to know is 
to respect and admire. Few have had the trials and troubles thrust 
upon them, with no preparation, who have so successfully overcome 
all obstacles, shirked no responsibility, performed every duty. She 
is a broad, noble woman, who. had she been a man, would have 
been considered a hero. She is made of the material from which 
martyrs are formed, and represents all that is good and true in the 
typical American woman. Brought up in the vicinity of Alfred, 
Me., she afterward was graduated from the Portland (Me.) High 
School, in 1884. Having taught in the graded schools of her native 
state, for several terms, she accepted the position of assistant 
teacher in the Salisbury (Mass.) High School, from which she re- 
signed to be married to Lieut. Frederick Clark Kimball. They 
moved to Fort Keogh, Mont., where his regiment was stationed. 



GESEALOCY OF THE GODISG FAMILY 25 

after two years going to Fort Bliss, Texas. Two years later Lieut. 
Kimball was appointed commandant of cadets at Nonvich Uni- 
versity, Xorthfield, \'t., where he resided with his family for two 
years. He was ordered to rejoin his regiment, then stationed at 
St. .\iigiistine, Fla. A year later he. with his regiment, moved to 
Fort Mcpherson, Ga., he being appointed regimental quartermaster 
6th L'. S. Infantry, Col. Osborn commanding, remaining there until 
his death from appendicitis, which occurred in 1897. Mrs. Kimball 
then moved to Alfred. Me., where, six months later, her eldest 
daughter was drowned while visiting at .\cton. She writes, "Two 
crushing sorrows in such a short time, which was all the harder 
to bear because of the previous happy and contented life." 

Her children — 
Frank Aldcn, b July 11, 1887. A student. 
Frederick Gibson, b. July 17, 1888. A student. 
I!crth.i JuaniU, b. Sept. 17. 18S9; d. April 13, 1898. 
Lucia Famum, b. August 14, 1891 ; d. Sept. 20, 1891. 
MafKarct Lucctta, b. Aug. 8, 1892. 

8. LUTHFR .MARTIN (iODlNXi (7 Lutlur, 6 William, 5 Wil- 

liam, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry), 
lie resided in Lebanon, Me., where he died. 

His children — 
Herbert, b. Aug. 28, 1847; m. Sept. 3, 1872. Fmma H. Hurd. 
Howard, b. Jan. 28. \9A9; m. April 17, 1875. KIc-cta B. Hurd. 
Charles, b. Dec. 17, 1854; m. Sept. 22. IK- I .mieson. 

9. HFRBERT CODING (8 Luther M., 7 Luther, 6 William, 5 
William. 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He resides in East Lebanon, Me. 

His children — 
Arthur William, b. Dec. 28, 1873; m. Oct. 31. 1898. Lillian M. Lafayette. 
George Howard, b. Nov. 4, 1876; unmarried. 
Ward Luther, b. March 3, 1878; unmarried. 

nurt Hurd, b. Dec. 18, 1879; m. Dec. 23, 1902, Dorothy Adams. 
Ralph .Mdcn, b. June 13, 1885; unmarried. 

10. ARTHUR WILLIAM CODING (9 Herbert, 8 Luther M., 
7 Luther. 6 William, 5 William. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 
1 Henry). 

His children — 
Alden Arthur, b. Oct. 20, 1899. 
Hubert Ward, b. Sept. 22, 1902. 



26 GENEALOGY OF THE GO DING FAMILY 

9. HOWARD CODING (8 Luther M., 7 Luther, 6 WilHam, 5 
William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His children — 
Walter Richard, b. Sept. 9, 1881; m. .April 11, 1905. L. May Martin. 

9. CHARLES CODING (8 Luther M., 7 Luther, 6 William, 5 
William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His children — 
Olive Ethel, b. April 10, 1881 ; unmarried. 
Alice May, b. Jnne 21. 1886; unmarried. 
Lola Anna, b. March 6, 1892. 

8. JOHN WALKER CODING (7 Luther, 6 William, 3 William, 

4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He is a farmer, living in Monmouth, Me., where his sons also 
reside. His wife died February 29. 1888. 

His children — 
Luther Samuel, b. Jan. 8, 1S57; m. Feb. 27, 1878, Luetta Prescott; no 

issue. 
John Henry, b. Nov. 20, 1858; unmarried. 

8. S.\RAH HUBBARD CODING (7 Luther, 6 William, 5 Wil- 
liam, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
George Fred, b. .\ug. 14, 1857; m. Dec. 23, 1885, Caroline A. Young. 
Bessie Abbie, b. April 3, 1859; unmarried. 

Richard Ernest, b. March 22, 1869; m. June 5, 1902. Addie D. Miller. 
Sarah Coding, b. March 2, 1871; m. Oct. 17. 1896. Benjamin F. Tucker; 
d. July 27, 1904. 

8. RICHARD HUBBARD CODING (7 Luther, 6 William, 5 
William, 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
His youth was spent on his father's farm, in Acton. Maine, 
where he learned the value and dignity of honest toil, and that 
respect for the toiler which he never failed to pay. He enjoyed 
the friendship and respect of all his associates, and as he grew to 
manhood he followed in the footsteps of his father as a loyal, up- 
right citizen. He held various positions of trust, such as High 
Sheriff, .school committeeman, selectman for many years, county 
treasurer for six years, and represented his district in the Maine 
State Legislature. In his work as school teacher or public official 
he was painstaking, conscientious and faithful, his continuance in 
office being a guarantee of his ability and integrity. Later, he pur- 



GENEALOGY OP THE GODIXG FAMILY 27 

chased the Alfred Hotel which he conducted successfully until his 
death. Mis dauphter. Sarah, is assistant librarian in the Phila- 
delphia (Pa.) I'rec Lihrary, his younpest daughter fillinjj the posi- 
tion of librarian in the Kindergarten department of the same in- 
stitution. The latter was a student of Wellesley College during the 
academic year 1896-7. 

His children — 
Sarah Klizal)cth, I). .Nov. 27. 1863 ; iinmarricil. 
Richard Wilham, b. Nov. 8, 1867; d. May S. 1896; unmarried. 
Kdwaril Nalhaii, 1>. Nov. 4, 1870; unmarried. 
Mary .\bhic. h. Oct. 12, 1877; unmarried. 

Alfred Luther, b. Sept. 6, 1874; m. .-Vur. 14. 1891. Kmma Whittcn; no 
issue. .\ farmer. re^iiliiiK m .Mircd, Mc. 

9. RDWARn NATHAN' ClODINT, (S Richard H., " Luther. 6 
William, 5 William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He was born in .\lfred. Me., where he entered the high school 
at an early age. being a general favorite, .-\fter graduating he 
en(ere<l I'.nwdoin College, taking the complete course: he was gradu- 
ated with highest honors, and commanded the friendship and re- 
.sj)ect of his teachers and associates. I le completed his education 
at the Cambridge I-aw School, and is now established in Tremont 
Huililing, Pioston, Mass., where he is associated with one of the best 
known legal firms in the stale. .\s a lawyer he is eminently suc- 
cessful, while in all of his relations, both official and social, he e.x- 
emplities in full measure the instincts of the true man. 

8. .\1.\KV i'T.IZAlUrni ConiNC. (" Luther, (. William, .=; Wil- 
liam, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Emery Aug\i.stus, b. .Xur. 2Ji, 186.1 ; iinmarricil. 
Richard Griftin, b. Sept. 20, 1865; unmarried. 
GcorRia Klla, b. March 11, 18^.7; d. March 11, 1882. 
Mary HHzabeth. b. .Vur. 3, 1S68; unmarried. 
Ruby Leuora, b. Oct. 9, 1870; d. July 2, 1878. 
Grace Isabel, b. May 17, 1876; unmarried. 

7. HANNAH WALKER CODING (6 William, 5 William, 4 
\VilIiam. 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henn,). 

Her children — 
\Villi.im. 
Stcadman. 
Sarah. 

(No further data could be obtained.) 



28 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

6. SARAH CODING (5 William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 

1 Henry). 

She was born and married in Watertown, Mass., being Mr. 
Brown's second wife ; no children are recorded, and it is doubtful 
if there were any. She was baptized July 8, 1750. 

6. REBECCA GODING (5 William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 
Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
A son, died in infancy. 
Sarah, married James Knox. 
Asa. 
Samuel. 
Abel. 
William. 
Abner. 
Rebecca, married Mr. Lawrence. 

6. MERCY GODING (5 William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 

1 Henry). 

She was born in Watertown, Mass., and married in W'altham. 
She, with her family, moved to Jay, Me., where she died. Her 
grandson is the present postmaster of Jay Bridge, Me. 

Her children — 
Amos, b. Nov. 8, 1789; d. Aug. 1, 1802. 
Harriet, b. Dec. 7, 1790; m. Otis Alden; d. Dec. 7, 1825. 
Sally, b. June 3, 1792; d. Aug. 1, 1802. 

Abraham B., b. May 5, 1794; m. Mary Standish ; d. Oct. 13, 1846. 
Eliza, b. Nov. 10, 1795; m. Nathaniel Harris; d. Jan. 21, 1845. 
Joseph, b. Aug. 4, 1797 ; d. Aug. 4, 1802. 

Sibyl S., b. Feb. 21, 1799; m. Oliver Parlin; d. Sept. 20, 1830. 
John, b. Nov. 26, 1801; d. Oct. 1, 1819; unmarried. 
William Coding, b. July 31, 1802; d. June 30. 1862; unmarried. 
Joseph, b. Oct. 2, 1803; m. 1st Arette Barrett, 2d Cynthia Barrett. 
Sarah, b. Feb. 20, 1805; m. Nehemiah Emery; d. Nov. 10, 1835. 
Mercy, b. Feb. 12, 1807; m. Samuel Hackelton; d. June 4, 1838. 
Amos, b. June 26, 1809; d. Sept. 10, 1815. 
Ellice P., b. May 13, 1811; m. Charles Smith; d. June 6, 18+0. 
Levina, b. June 6, 1813; d. June 23, 1844; unmarried. 
Alvaras Fiske, b. Oct. 18. 1814 ; m. Harriet B. Ross ; d. Nov. 23. 1881. 

6. HENRY GODING (5 William. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 

1 Henry). 

He was born in Massachusetts where he resided for some vears, 
later moving to Jay, Me., his six eldest children being born there. 
He was a farmer. He died in .Acton, Me. 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 29 

His children — 

Sarah, b, March 16, 1797; m. Sept. 5, 1814, Daniel Dorr. 

William, b. Jan. 25, 1799; m. July 8, 1821, Eleanor Clark; d. May 30, 

1861. 
Julia, b. March 24, 1801 ; m. about 1821, Mr. Owen. 
Henry, b. Aug. 9, 1803; m. l.st Sarah Stamond; 2d Mary Philbrick; 

3d in Dec., 1847, Roscllc S. Blake ; d. in July, 1853. 
Eunice, b. Oct. 16, 1805; m. Mr. Walker. 
Rebecca, b. Aug. 6, 1808. unmarried. 
Martha, b. al>out 1812; m. Mr. Lamas. 
Hannah, b. about 1815; m. Dunham Witham ; no issue. 
Mary. b. July 12, 1819; m. 1st Jan. 1, 1837. William H. Davis; 2d March 

9, 1870. Darwin Griffin ; d. Nov. 19, 1896. 
Annette, b. in 1K21 ; m. Godfrey Mark; d. in Nov.. 1891. 

7. SARAH GUUIXG (6 Henry, 5 William, 4 William, 3 William, 
2 Henry, 1 Henr)). 
Some of her dcscendcnts reside near Livermorc. Me. 

7. WILLIAM CODING (6 Henry, 5 William. 4 William, 3 Wil- 
liam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His early life was passed in the town of his hirth. where he 
attended the puhlic schools. In youth he wished to devote his life 
to the ministry, but throuph the advice of his father he adopted a 
business pursuit, tiikinj^ up his residence in Hrnnswick, Me., where 
he married and remained until about 1K27. I-'arlier he appears to 
have been employed in a store, and subsequently, during a residence 
of several years at Great Falls, X. H., he was connected with the 
cotton mills there. About 1840 he moved to Lowell, Mass., estab- 
lishing a successful business manufacturing pickers for cotton 
looms. This he conducted to the close of his life, during inany 
years in association with his son, William H.. the firm supplying 
the demands of the trade throughout the L'nited States and Mexico, 
with a reputation of the highest for integrity and fair dealing. 
Success in business provided a competence sufficient for the main- 
tenance and education of his family in a liberal manner. 

He gave his full moral and political support to the anti-slavery 
sentiment of the time, sheltering in his own home and helping many 
slave refugees ujion the way to freedom, and early supported the 
temperance movement, forbearing to use beverages at his table, then 
an almost universal custom. 

Sincere in religious conviction and always consistent in life 
whether at home, in business, or at church, he was a generous con- 
tributor to any worthy cause, especially giving aid to students pre- 



30 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

paring for the ministry, weak and struggling churches, and others 
in distress. Generous and kind in nature, modest and unassuming 
in manner, but strong in character and of stern principle, his home 
life was all that could be desired, his doors being ever open to w^el- 
come the many guests that were attracted there, chief of whom were 
ministers and others associated with the church. At his death uni- 
versal respect and esteem were manifested by the many friends and 
business associates. His wife died August 18, 1874. 

riis children — 

Miriam Clark, b. Jan. 11. 1822; m. May 3, 1849, Rev. Nathaniel J. Pink- 
ham; d. Oct, 3, 1854 

William Henry, b. Sept. 27, 1823; m. Jan. 21. 1858, Hannah Gilmore; d. 
July 20. 1863. 

Lucy Clark, b. in 1826; m. Nov, 25, 1844, John Dexter; d. March 24 
1853. 

Rebecca Anne, b. Feb. 10, 1828; d. Aug. 17, 1870; unmarried. 

Margaret Jane, b. in July, 1829; d. May 25, 1830. 

Edwin, b. in Oct.. 1837: d. Sept. 23, 1838. 

Unnamed daughter, b. Oct. 31, 1840; d. Nov. 8, 1840. 

Edwin R. Warren, b. Sept. 15. 1841; d. March 15, 1842. 

Ella Frances, b. Feb. 8, 1844 ; m. Oct. 30, 1867, Theodore F. Gardner. 

8. MIRIAM CLARK CODING (7 William, 6 Henry, 5 William, 
4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She died in Warner, N, H., and is buried in Lowell, Mass. 

Her children — 

William Coding, b. in March, 1850; m. Nov. 5, 1871. Jennie C. Chamber- 
Im. 

Samuel Edward, b. in Feb., 1852 ; m. Mary . 

Lucy Miriam, b. in .A.ug.. 1854; d. Oct. 23. 1854 

8. WILLIAM HENRY CODING (7 William, 6 Henry, 5 \\il- 
liam, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
The subject of this sketch was born in Brunswick. Alaine, and 
following the fortunes of his father eventually settled in Lowell, 
Mass., where he attended the city schools, completing his education 
at the city high school. Declining opportunities for further study 
offered by his father, he preferred to engage in business, with whom 
he became associated in the manufacture of loom pickers, soon as- 
suming charge of the factory. About 1853 they formed a partner- 
ship under the name of Wm. Coding & Son, and bv industry and 
the exercise of exceptional business sagacity, their success was most 
flattering. 



CEKEALOGY OF THE GODISG FAMILY 31 

Throughout life he adhered strictly to rehgious principles, hav- 
ing been converted early in life. He was an active member of the 
church was deeply interested in the work of the Sunday School and 
Young Men's Oiristian .Association, to both oMitributing liberally. 
and also assisting in the support of many public and private chari- 
ties. He aided in the advance of temperance reform, was an earnest 
advocate of the anti-slavery cause, and at the outbreak of the Re- 
bellion gave the encouragement and supj)ort of a public spirited 
citizen. In disposition he was unassuming, generous, affectionate. 
l)referring home associations and the company of a few friends to 
general society, but all times an intelligent and interesting com- 
panion. The wishes of others he mafie his own preference, the 
|)leasure of others his enjoyment, even at the last preferring death 
for himself rather than another saying "It is all right." 

The lamentable and untimely death of Mr. CiO<ling was caused 
by the explosion of a steam boiler in his own factory, which de- 
molished the building, and l)uried him. with others, beneath the 
ruins. Me was fatally injured, dying a few hours after removed 
to his home. A truly good man, loved by all ; idolized by his family. 
His loss has ever been deeply deplored. 

.\ftcr his death the responsibility of rearing the children fell 
u|)on his wife, who has performed her duty well, for she is now 
the proud mother of as intelligent a family as one cares to ineet, 
each of whom is an honor to the name. 

The eldest son was a man of brilliant intellect and engaging 
social qualities, dying in the strength of his manhood in Cuba, 
shortly after the late war. The daughter is principal in the Wash- 
ington. 1). C, Normal Training School, a position to which she 
was called through her intelligence, energ)' and special qualifications 
for the work. 

His children — 
Henry Diicr, h. Oi-c. 21. 1858; <l. June 16. 1899; unmarried. 
Anne M.n.v, b. May 25, IWiO; unmarried. 
William, b. Jan. 9. 1862; m. .April U. 1S93. Georpria Read. 

9. HEXRV IM'VM CiDDlXC, (8 William. 7 William. 6 Henry, 
5 William, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 
Henry Duer Coding was born in Lowell. Mass.. December 21, 
18.=;8. .Attended public .school in New Bedford. Mass.. graduating 
from the high school in 1876. Then took a course in commercial 
college of Poughkeepsie, N. Y., graduating in 1878. Taught school 
in Dracut. Mass.. one vear, and then entered business life. Re- 



32 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 



inained east until 1883, then he went to Clay Center, Kansas; later 
he removed to New Mexico ; came to Washington in 1890 ; went 
to Santiago. Cuba, in 1899 ; and died of yellow fever in Santiago 
June 15, 1899. 

9. ANNE MAY CODING (8 William. 7 William. 6 Henry, 5 
William, 4 William, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Anne May Coding was born in Lowell, Mass., May 25, 1860. 
Attended public schools of that city, graduating from high school in 
1876. Graduated from State Normal school, Bridgewater. Mass., 
in 1879, and taught in primary schools of Brockton, Mass., and 
Harrisburg, Pa., in 1884, and was promoted to principalship in 
Washington Normal school in 1*?00, and now holds that position. 

9. WILLIAM CODING (8 William, 7 Wiliam, 6 Henry, 5 Wil- 
liam, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

William Henry Coding was reared near Lowell, Mass., residing with 
an uncle for many years, and going west he entered a surveyor's office in 
Kansas. After having received his technical education at the Massachusetts 
Institute of Technology (special work being required at the U. S. Army fort 
in the vicinity), Mr. Coding was detailed to complete it. His alertness and 
thorough knowledge of the work in hand attracted the attention of the com- 
mandant of the fort, who advised him to enter the army civil service. He 
submitted to the prescribed examination, passed with high honors, and has 
since then been in the government employ as architect and superintendent of 
construction, during a period of over eighteen years. For the past eleven years 
he has been in charge of the reconstruction of the U. S. Military Academy 
at West Point, congress having appropriated over five and one-half million 
dollars for that purpose, all of which is being disbursed under his super- 
vision. This work will extend over a period of fifteen years, and requires, 
to successfully carry it on, a man especially adapted to it; his extensive e.x- 
perience and eminent ability having been the cause of his selection for the 
position. 

In an official report made by the quartermaster of the army, stationed 
at West Point Military Academy, to the superintendent of that institution, 
dated December 9, 1904, occurs the following : 

"In the examination of all plans, sketches and specifications, and other 
matters pertaining to the work of improvement at the Military Academy which 
are referred to this office, I am assisted by Mr. William Coding, the very ef- 
ficient superintendent of construction, who has been employed at the Military 
Academy for the past ten years. I first have Mr. Coding carefully scrutinize 
all the papers and plans to ascertain whether or not the requirements im- 
posed have been fulfilled. I then go over all the plans and specifications with 
him and examine and discuss all details, as well as the important features, 
before submitting my report and recommendations. 

"Mr. Coding is peculiarly well fitted for this work, owing to his long 
experience and his intimate knowledge of local conditions. He has been 








r 



\ 




GENEALOGY OF THE CODING F.UilLY 33 

connected with the quartermaster's department as a constructor since 1887, 
his first duty being at Fort Rilcy, Kansas, under Colonel George E. Pond, 
who was then in charge of the work of rebuilding the post. The officers' 
quarters and cavalry and artillery barracks and stables and riding hall, head- 
quarters building and hospital that were constnicted at Fort Riley, or whose 
construction was started between 1887 and 1891, were designed and their 
erection supervised by Mr. Coding. At that time the present construction 
branch in the office of the quartermaster general had not been organized. 
From 1891 to 1894 .Mr. Coding was at Madison Barracks, New York, super- 
vising the work of construction and repair that was done there during that 
period. In 1894 he came to West Point and has been there continuously 
in connection with all work of construction that has been done under the 
supervision of the quartermaster's office. Detailed drawings of the south 
gate guard-house were prepared by Mr. Coding, from the general design 
of the architect, and the building erected under his supervision. 

"Officers' quarters. Nos. 48. 50 and 52. were designed by him. and erected 
under his supervision. These quarters arc the best arranged and best con- 
structed of any that have Ix-cn built here in the past twenty years. 

"The plans and specifications for enlarging the Cadet Mess Hall were 
entirely prepared by Mr. Coding, and carried out under his supervision. 
This piece of work was complicated and difficult, but he has accomplished 
it in a very successful manner, and the results are highly complimentary 
to him. 

"He laid out the new roail from the railroad station to the south end 
of the post and prepared the plans and specifications for its construction. 
This road is nearly completed, and the work done upon it has l)ccn entirely 
satisfactory and the results highly successful. It is a very good piece of 
engineering, and speaks well for Mr. Coding's ability lo handle that character 
of work. 

"The five double sets of officers' quarters erected within the past five 
years at the south end of the post were built upon plans and specifications 
furnished by the quartermaster general's office, and their erection was super- 
vised by Mr. Coding. The road in front of them, however, and the high 
retaining wall were laid out by Mr. Coding and constructed under his 
supervision. 

"The new north dock was built upon plans prepared by Mr. Coding, and 
its construction supervised by him, and in addition the supervision of the 
south dock. 

"He supervised the construction of the south wing of the cadet hospital, 
completed last spring, the plans being part of the original plan upon which 
the main building and north wing were built some twenty years ago; also 
repaired the roof of the .icadcmy building, to stop the constant leakage, 
changed the plan of roof drainage and remedied defects in the heating and 
ventilating systems; supervised the erection of the cable tramway for hoisting 
coal from barges to coal shed, and electric plant in connection therewith ; 
designed and supervised the alterations in the terrace of Culhim Hall, made 
for the purpose of correcting faults in the original plan, from which leakage 
resulted in the rooms below ; prepared the plans and specifications for the 
frame extension to the army service barracks now being built, as well as 
those upon which the present building was remodeled, about eight years ago. 



34 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

"In addition to all this, Mr. Coding has had immediate charge of altera- 
tions and improvements of existing buildings. His experience at West Point 
has been varied and complete, and this experience, combined with his knowl- 
edge of construction and design, has enabled him to render valuable assist- 
ance in examining the plans and specifications submitted by the architects 
and that have been referred to me for report. Judging from results, his 
work here during the past ten years has been successfully accomplished to 
the entire satisfaction of the authorities, and from my intimate association 
with him during the past year and a half, I am convinced that he is well 
qualified for the work I have had him do in connection with the plans 
and specifications for the enlargement." 

After nearly twenty years' service he is justified in being proud 
of such a record. 

His children — 

Helen Gilmore. b. June 15, 1896. 
William Read, b. Oct. 27, 1899. 



8. LUCY CLARK CODING (7 WilHam, 6 Henry, 5 Wilham, 4 
William, 3 WilHam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

William Coding, b. May 25, 1846; d. Nov. 14, 1846. 
Elenora, b. Jan. 30, 1847; d. Aug., 1848. 
John E., b. April 20, 1849; d. May 21, 1850. 

8. ELLA FRANCES CODING (7 William, 6 Henry, 5 William, 
4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

This lady resides in Lowell, Mass. She is well educated, with 
splendid conversational powers, and has, for years, taken a keen 
interest in her family history. It was through her the family is 
indebted for the rescue of the records of (6) Henry. In her pos- 
session is a pair of shoes which had been worn by several genera- 
tions of Rebeccas, and are now in the keeping of her daughter of 
that name. She also has a chair of magnificent workmanship and 
design which was used by one of our early ancestors — an heirloom 
to be highly prized. Her husband is an upholsterer. 

Her children — 

Elenora. b. Oct. 30, 1868; d. Sept. 4, 1870. 

Ernest, b. Nov. 3, 1871 ; m. June 8, 1904, Margaret E. Lynds. 

William Coding, b. July 14, 1874 ; m. April 6, 1898, Elizabeth L. Houck. 

George Fletcher, b. Aug. 11, 1877; d. Oct. 13, 1897; unmarried. 

Rebecca Anne, b. Sept. 29, 1879; died at birth. 

Rebecca Anne. b. Oct. 18, 1881 ; unmarried. 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 35 

7. JULIA CODING (6 Henry, 5 William. 4 William, 3 William, 
2 Henr>-, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Henrietta. 

Augustus J., b. in 1822; m. 1st Ruth A. Fogg. 2d Annie . 

7. HENRY CODING (6 Henry. 5 William, 4 William, 3 Wil- 

liam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Very little seems to be known of this member of the family ; he 
lived in various places, and finally died in Lafayette, Ind.. in July, 
1853, of cholera. His son, Frank, died a few hours after the death 
of his father. 

His chil<lrcn by the first wife — 
Fannie, married Mr. Chandler; there were two other daughters. 

His children by the second wife — 
Mary Elizabeth, b. March 18, 1837; m. .Vug. 13. 1853. Caleb Osgood; 

he d. in 1861. 
Frank. 
John Henry, b. in 1842; last heard from in Maysville. Ky. 

His children by the third wife — 
Dana Elmer, b. April 13. 1852; m. March 19, 1874, Lottie A. Eraser. 
A daughter, who died in infancy. 

His children, as given by others later — 

William Henry, b. 1822; d. in infancy. 

Catharine C, b. Feb., 1824; m. .Mrizcr Snow. Nov., 1841. 

Rosella L. b Oct.. 1826; m. Marcellus A. VV. Chandler Nov. 14. 1849. 

Robert Stanwood. b. May, 1833; d. by burning. Oct., 1837. 

Francis J., b. Feb., 1836; m. Lysander M. Weeks, Feb., 1865. 

8. MARY ELIZABETH CODING (7 Henry, 6 Henry, 5 Wil- 

liam, 4 William. 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Fred Caleb, b. Dec. 18, 1854; m. Feb. 20. 1899, Agnes C. Tclfcr. 
Alice Adclle, b. April 2, 1856; m. Feb. 12. 1874, Leroy J. Parkhurst; d. 
Feb. 18. 1893. 

8. DANA ELMER CODING (7 Henry, 6 Henry, 5 William, 4 

William. 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

He was born in Hillsboro. N. H., where his eary life was 
passed. He is now a Christian Scientist practitioner, in Maiden, 
Mass., and is highly respected by his neighbors. 



36 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

His children — 

Albert Elmer, b. March 20, 1S75 ; d. Feb. 15, 1876. 

Bessie May, b. Jan. 23, 1877; d. March 20, 1881. 

Grace Leona, b. Oct. 4, 1880; m. July 12, 1903, Francis W. Holston. 

Margretta Lottie, b. July 19. 1886; unmarried. 

Eddy Monroe, b. Aug 1, 1890. 

7. MARTHA GODING (6 Henry, 5 William, 4 William, 3 Wil- 
liam, 2 Henr)-, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Christy, married, wife's name unknown. 
George. 

7. MARY GODING (6 Henry, 5 William, 4 William, 3 William, 
2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Emma Frances, b. Sept. 20, 1841 ; m. Sept. 19, 1862, John H. Adams. 

William Henry, b. Nov. 20, 1842; d. Dec. 29, 1879, in London; un- 
married. 

Timothy Getting, b. in 1844; d. in four months. 

Annette Maria, b. March 30, 1850; m. August 28, 1889, Charles .\. Sher- 
burne ; no issue. 

7. ANNETTE GODING (6 Henry, S William, 4 William, 3 Wil- 
liam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband was born in Switzerland, and came to Portland, 
Maine, early in life, where he and his brother established a cutlery 
and locksmith business, the oldest in that city. She belonged to 
several leading societies, was very charitably inclined, and much 
appreciated. Her son, George, after graduating from Rowdoin 
College taught school for some years and then studied law in W'ash- 
ington, D. C. For thirteen years he filled a good position in the 
U. S. Senate, and for twelve years was employed in the Con- 
gressional library. The youngest son was a druggist in Portland, 
later establishing a jewelry business in Milton, N. H., which he 
conducted successfully for sixteen years. His sight failing, he was 
coinpelled to retire, now being employed in the music hall, Taunton, 
Mass., where the daughter resides. 

Her children — 

George Adams, b. — ; m. Levangie Edson; d. Dec. 1, 1887. 
Annette Maria, b. — ; m. B. F. Roberts. 

Fred A., b. — ; m. Sept. 25, 1872, Frances A. Witham, who died Dec. 
10, 1888 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 37 

5. JONATHAN COOLIDGE GODING (4 William. 3 William, 

2 Henry, 1 Hcnr>'). 

He and his wife were horn in W'atertown. Mass., where they 
rcsidffi many years. He lived with his parents, attending the town 
school and assisting on the farm until his eighteenth year when his 
father died, leaving him under the control of the court, as a con- 
siderable amount of property had been willed to him by his father. 
On file in the East Cambridge (Mass.) court house is the follow- 
ing document: "Guardianship of Jonathan C<x)lidge Goding (at 
his own Itilection) a miner in the eighteenth year of his age son 
of William Godding of Watertown in the County of Middlesex is 
Committed To John Kimball Junr yeoman who hath given bond 
in the sum of three huntlred Pounds with Jonas Hond Esq. Suritio 
both of the Town and County aforesaid witness my hand and Seal 
of office Dated the twenty second day of March .\. D. 17.^6." The 
following year, the I'rench and Indian War having begim, he en- 
listed, as is shown by a receipt preserved in the official records 
signed by him and others, dated Cambridge, March 25. 17.^7. This 
receipt is endorsed "Col. Brattle's Return, given to Col. I'rattle 
by the men who enlisted out of the said Brattle's regiment into His 
Majestv's Service, under Lord Loudon, General, having enlisted 
before March 22, 17.=^7:" he received $r).(X). His name appears on 
a muster roll dated April .'>, 17.58, as private in Capt. Thomas 
Cheever's company, of Charleston, certifying that he entered ser- 
vice March 19. and served until November 17, but was not one of 
the number who capitulated at Fort William Henry, although other 
documents show that he received the king's provisions during that 
expedition. .Apparently not tiring of the life of a soldier be again 
entered service .April 6, 17.^9, and served until September 5, 1760, 
re-enlisting January 15, 1761, at Boston, in a company tmder the 
command of Capt. William .Angier. .About three uKjntbs later he 
married and settled on his own farm, where he lived the life of a 
country gentleman for nearly thirty years, the only break being 
made during the Revolutionary War. On the alarm of .April 19, 
1775. be enlisted as a private in Capt. Samuel Barnard's company. 
Col. Thomas Gardner's regiment, and served through those trou- 
blous days. According to his own statement and that of his eldest 
son. he was engaged in the I'>attle of Bunker Hill. A descendent 
who was frequently at his house, in Jay. writes as follows, stating 
that the facts given were told to her by his wife: "When 
the British marched to Concord his wife was expecting an heir, so 
he could not leave home verv well, but wandered about in a very 



38 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

restless manner, having thrown heart and soul into the Patriot's 
cause. Shortly after, he took his rifle and told his wife that he 
was going out to shoot some quail. Being gone a long time he 
returned with no game, and, in answer to her questions, said he had 
fired a few shots over the stone wall, practically admitting he had 
dropped a few British, his patriotism having taken possession of 
him." The child born at that time was Benjamin Myrick Coding, 
who, at the age of fifteen, ran away to sea and was never heard 
from, doubtless having been drowned. The published records show 
that he enlisted as a private in Capt. Phineas Stearns' company 
which marched from Watertown by the order of General Wash- 
ington, to re-enforce the army at the time Dorchester Heights were 
taken, in March, 1776. He again enlisted December 9, 1776, in 
Capt. John Walton's company, for service on Noddle's Island (now 
East Boston), a receipt having been signed by him, still preserved, 
for wages and rations received at the time. He was discharged 
December 13, 1776, re-enlisting the same day for the York cam- 
paign, the records proving that he remained in the army throughout 
the war. 

A few years after returning to his farm he realized that a large 
family had grown up about him whose future welfare was his first 
consideration and care. More land was wanted on which his chil- 
dren could make homes of their own, and at the same time not be 
separated. Many of his relatives and neighbors had emigrated to 
the district of Maine where they found an abundance of good land 
awaiting the strong arm of the settler, and there with his family 
he decided to locate. Selling his Watertown property he walked to 
Jay, selecting a tract of land about two miles northwest from Liver- 
more Corner, on which he erected a log house a few rods north of 
the building now occupied by G. O. Gammon. Soon after his 
family arrived and began clearing the land, adding improvements 
year after year. He made several trips to Massachusetts on foot, 
returning with household supplies and seeds, many of the apples 
and pears of which the people of Maine are justly proud being in- 
troduced by him. In later years he placed the management of his 
farm in the hands of his son, Peter, who was faithful to the trust. 
He, his wife, and many of their descendents are buried in the Cod- 
ing cemetery in North Livermore, a rough granite stone marking 
each grave. A granite monument should be erected there. 

0^ ^ ^M^^ go^y^Q^ P^h-ruj 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 39 

His children — 

Jonathan, b. Feb. 25, 1762; m. 1st March 30, 1783, Ruth Sargent; 2d 

in 1808, Catharine Gowell ; d. in April. 1836. 
Peter, b. Oct 28, 1763; m. April 1, 1793, Elizabeth Lovewcll; d. Feb. 1, 

1846. 
Jonas, b. Sept. 3, 1766; m. March 27, 1796, Elizabeth Parker; d. June 

23, 1849. 
Spencer, b. May 15, 1760; m. in 1796, Hannah Lovewcll; d. Dec. 17, 

1855. 
Hannah, bapt. June 7, 1772; m. April 27, 1794, Scarborough Parker; d. 

May 4, 1856. 
Benjamin Myrick, b. in 1775; probably lost at sea. 
Isaac, b. in 1777 ; m. Nov. 16, 1800, Sybil Carter ; d. in Dec. 1863. 

6. JONATHAN CODING (5 Jonathan C. 4 William, 3 William. 
2 Henry, 1 Hcnr>). 

He and his wife were born and reared in Watertown, Mass., 
where they were married. In June, 1790, probably in company with 
his father, he walked to Jay, Maine, where he lived until 1802, when 
he settled on a farm of 400 acres one mile north from Livermore 
Corner, now owned by Giarles B. Coding and the writer. He 
erected a log house a few ro<ls southwest from the present one 
(a depression marking the spot), in which a number of his children 
were born. It is a matter of record that he paid his first poll tax 
in Livermore in 1803. On that farm the remaining years of his 
life were passed, his first wife dying in 1807. The following year 
he again married, his wife dying April 5, 1848. He made .several 
journeys to Massachusetts for seeds and provisions, the seeds 
planted in his nursery yielding numerous varieties of fruit now so 
highly prized. He was too young to enlist in the Revolutionary 
War. but he toM his grandchildren that his father was in the Battle 
of Bunker Hill, while he heard the rattle of musketry and booming 
of cannon from the opposite side of the river, vividly portraying 
the intense feelings of those times, .'\bout 1820 he built the frame 
house now on the farm, in which he died. He was an intelligent 
man, held in high esteem by his neighbors, and liberal in his re- 
ligious ideas, despising speculations of any kind. He is buried by 
the side of his father. 

His children by the first wife — 

Jonathan, b. March 21, 1784; m. 1st in May, 1807, Mary Coolidge; 2d 

in 1851, Mrs. Amy T. Richards; d. March 30, 1852. 
Elisabeth, b. in 1786; m. in 1805. Samuel Richardson; d. Dec. 15, 1862. 
Eunice, b. in 1788; m. Dec. 1. 1808, John Richardson; d. Aug. 28, 1856. 



40 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

Jonas, b. Dec. 18, 1789; m. Nov. 28, 1813, Patience Tollman; d. Oct. 

11, 1865. 
Luke, b. Jan. 29, 1791; m. 1st Nov. 25, 1813, Harriet Philbricl< ; 2d 

in 1834, Prudence Knox ; d. Oct. 28, 1875. 
Hannah, b. in 1795; m. in 1819, Asa Allen; d. in 1833. 
Lucinda, b. Feb. 15. 1800; m. in March, 1822. Jonathan Richardson; d. 

Nov. 4, 1886. 
Benjamin, b. May 4, 1807; m. June 27, 1841. Abigail Richards; d. March 

I, 1882. 

His children I)y the second wife — 

Increase Sumner, b. Dec. 30, 1808; m. in 1839, Nancy T. Allen; d. Feb. 

II, 1897. 

Ruth, b. April 22, 1811; m. Feb. 1, 1836. David Chenery; d. Aug. 4, 1883. 
Lucretia, b. Jan. 1, 1815; m. Jan. 25. 1S42. Albion Walker; d. July 14, 

1843 ; no issue. 
John Brooks, b. Sept. 10, 1817; m. April 5. 1846. Charlotte A. Smith; d. 

June 3, 1890. 

7. JONATHAN CODING (6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 Wil- 

ham, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Watertown, Mass., and came to Maine with 
his father, in 1790. He was a very successful farmer of Livermore, 
keeping his place neat and orderly, and while not a particularly 
religious man, his morals were high and he had the greatest re- 
spect for the law. His first wife was born July 23, 1785, and died 
about one year prior to his death, February 15, 1850. His second 
wife died February 15, 1859, aged 64. His life was above reproach. 

His children by the first wife, none by the second — 

Nancy Coolidge, b. April 5, 1811; m. in Nov.. 1834, Ira Reynolds; d. 

May 8, 1865. 
Thomas Adams, b. May 14, 1813; m. March 1. 1840, Sarah J. Thomas; 

d. July 29, 1876. 
Stillman Noyes, b. Oct. 27, 1815; m. in May, 1846, Amanda H. Child; 

d. Feb. 25, 1878. 
Mercy Merritt, b. Nov. 17, 1817; m. March 12, 1845, Henry C. Noyes; 

d. April 4, 1898. 
Ephriam, b. July 9, 1820; m. Jan. 1, 1850, Harriet G. Bumpus; d. in 1892. 
Mary Adams, b. Jan. 17, 1824; m. Aug. 3, 1845, Nathaniel Lyford; d. 

Oct. 1, 1899. 

8. NANCY COOLIDCE CODING (7 Jonathan, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She was inarried on Thanksgiving Day, in Livermore, and is 
buried in Canton, Maine. Her husband died August 22, 1898, well 
known and highly respected. Her descendents have distinguished 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 41 

themselves in various ways. Her daiiphter, Vesta, is a well known 
New Thoupht student, another dcscendent beinp a talented pianist, 
while another is well known in the electrical world. 

Her children — 

VesU Annc, b. Feb. 22, 1836; m. Ist May 3, 1858, Stephen E. Griffith; 
2d Aug. 19. 1886. J, Henry Crockett. 

Anilla Coding, b. May 16, 1841 ; m. Aug. IS. 1863, William S. Hatha- 
way. 

Ephriam Coding, b. June 2, 1846; m. Abble Edmonds. 

Mary Coolidgc, b. Aug. 14. \H5Q: m. Oct. U, 1868, Frank Stanley. 

Lyford Noyes, b. Feb. 16, 1852; unmarried; d. May 15, 1899. 

8. TIIOM.AS .VD.XM.*^ GDDINT, (7 Jonathan, 6 Jonathan, 5 

Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was the owner of a larpe farm in Peru. Maine, at one time 
raisinp many acres of hops, which was a very profitable crop, and 
erecting commodious and handsome Iniildinps about him. Evi- 
dently he made a success of his life work. 

His children — 
Dorcas Thomas, b. July 6. 1842: unmarried; d. Aug. 18, 1864. 
Dana William, b. March 22, 1844; m. June 21, 1875, Eltcnc E. Virgin; 

d. Jan. 15, 1906. 
Betsy Jane, b. April 20, 1849; m. May 28, 1868, Samuel F. Irish. 

9. D.\N'.\ WILLI.XM GODIXG (8 T. Adams. 7 Jonathan, 6 
Jonathan, .'^ Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

He was a man of sterling character and above reproach. He 
was an earnest worker in the Grange, and had been master of 
Canton Grange, No. 1 10, where he was greatly liked, ami has also 
held various other offices in that order. He was for many years 
treasurer of the .Xndroscoggin Valley .\griciiltural Society of Can- 
ton. His whole life was passed on the old homestead, and where 
he died of heart failure. 

I lis children — 
Elva Estclle, b. June 11, 1878; d. July 16, 1892. 
Mable Jane, b. July 14, 1881 ; unmarried. 
Theron Adams, b. March 9, 1885; d. Feb. 24, 1896. 

9. BETSY JANE CODING (8 T. Adams, 7 Jonathan, 6 Jona- 
than, 3 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 
Her home is in I'eru, Maine, on a well managed farm. 



42 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

Her children — 

Alice Jane, b. Nov. 24, 1871 ; m. Oct. 9, 1895, Horace Clark. 
Emerson Adams, b. April 2, 1880; unmarried. 
Ethel Thomas, b. Nov. 17, 1885 ; unmarried. 



8. STILLMAN NOYES CODING (7 Jonathan, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 WilHam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He started in life on the Washburn homestead, in Livermore, 
Maine, which he farmed for several years, in the meantime marry- 
ing a Canton lady, who was born May 22, 1830, and died August 
25, 1902. Later he purchased the farm north of Livermore Corner, 
formerly owned by Jonathan's son, Jonas, residing there several 
years. In 1853, he, associated with his brother, Ephriam, engaged 
in the retail grocery and provision business, in Fore street, Portland, 
Maine, under the name "E. & S. N. Coding," continuing in it until 
1865. In that year he purchased a house and store on St. Lawrence 
street, and established an independent business, which he continued 
with success until his death. He was painstaking, shrewd, honor- 
able in all of his dealings, and made a success of anything he under- 
took. He is buried in Evergreen Cemetery, Portland, Maine. 

His children — 

Mary Ellen, b. April 18, 1S47 ; m. Sept. 4, 1866, Edward H. Sargent. 
Corydon Otis, b. Dec. 20, 1849; m. 1st Dec. 2, 1869, Laura J. Higgins; 

2d April 22, 1891, Susie E. McDonald, 
Charles Widgery Thomas, b. May 29, 1855; m. July 18, 1883, Fannie F. 

Gardner. 
Davis Elmer, b. Dec. 19, 1862; m. April 27, 1886, Nellie F. McDonald. 

9. MARY ELLEN CODING (8 Stillman N., 7 Jonathan. 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
The greater part of her life has been passed in Portland, Maine, 

where she is an acknowledged leader in all leading social functions. 
She is bright, warm-hearted, hospitable, with an enthusiastic in- 
terest in the history of her family. Her husband not only has been 
identified with the business progress of his native city, being one 
of its most successful coal merchants, but he has taken an active 
interest in its political affairs, having served in both branches of 
the city government, and was a member of the Maine State Legis- 
lature during the sixty-ninth and seventieth sessions. 

Her children — 
Jennie Amanda, b. April 2, 1869; unmarried. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIS'G FAMILY 43 

9. CORYDON OTIS CODING (8 Stillman X.. 7 Jonathan, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henr>-, 1 
Hcnn). 

After leaving school, he became a clerk in his fathers store, 
retaining that position for several years. He then started a general 
store in West Paris. Maine, continuing there about four years, but 
he returned to Portland, where he became interested in an express 
business. For the past twelve years he has been in the employ of 
the Portland Electric Railway Company, in a position he continues 
to f^ll. 

His children by the first wife — 

Arthur Foss, b. Nov. 21, 1870; d. in May. 1883; unmarried. A ma- 
chinist. 

His children by the second wife — 

Laura Amanda, b. April 1, 1892. 
Ruth Hazel, b. April 26, 1894. 



9. CHARLES WIDGERY THOMAS CODING (8 Stillman N., 
7 Jonathan, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 
2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was educated in the schools of Portland, Maine, during 
the vacations working as a fireman. .After completing his education 
he obtained employment in his father's store, serving there until 
his father's death, when he purchased the interests of the other 
heirs, becoming sole proprietor of that extensive business. Success 
attended him from the beginning, the business increasing and ex- 
panding to such an extent as to oblige him to largely increase the 
accommodations, as he not only catered to the general public, but 
for the ocean going steamships as well. He has continued as the 
active head of the store, the results being most flattering. Referring 
to his earliest venture, outside of his regidar interests, he very 
modestly said, "The first enterprise I engaged in proved to be 
rather discouraging for a young man. I had saved a few hundred 
dollars, and seeing a good opportunity to purchase an interest in 
a schooner, I did so. I put about everything I had saved into her 
and visions of large profits filled my mind; but, unfortunately, the 
schooner was lost on the very next trip, and my investment went 
down with her. I didn't lose courage, however, and since then I 
have made a few investments which have resulted more profitably." 
The business instinct is very largely developed in him ; consequently. 



44 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 



he is ever on the watch for an opportunity where energy 
and tact will bear fruit if properly utilized. No single busi- 
ness is large enough, in a city of the size of Portland, to satisfy 
the intellectual capacity of a man built along his lines, hence he 
became interested in other ventures as they appeared profitable to 
him. In 1882 he purchased a half interest in the Forest City Steam- 
boat Compan)-, accepting the position of general agent, the following 
year being selected as the general manager, a position he filled to 
the end. He then erected a pavilion theatre at Peak's Island, 
where, for fourteen years, the people of Portland were entertained. 
In 1887 the Casco Bay Steamboat Company was organized, with 
Mr. Coding as general manager, a position he still occupies in a 
thoroughly efficient and successful manner. Under his able man- 
agement the fleet has steadily increased in size, comfort and ef- 
ficiency, and has been the means by which the beautiful islands have 
become the pride of his native city. After having built the Forest 
City skating rink on Peak's Island, and conducting it successfully, 
he transformed it into the Gem Theatre, "The handsomest summer 
theatre in the United States," which is the pride of all Portland 
citizens. Such efforts in building up the commercial interests of 
a city are bound to be recognized, as were those made by him. In 
1902 he was elected president of the Portland P>oard of Trade, be- 
ing unanimously re-elected to the position each year up to the pres- 
ent time, and has been an active member for more than twenty 
years. He is also one of the board of directors of the Jefferson 
Theatre Corporation, and of the Casco Building and Loan Associa- 
tion. 

Mr. Coding is a man of absolute integrity and untiring energy; 
with these qualifications, coupled with his well known business ca- 
pacity and magnificent administrative ability, he has succeeded in 
every enterprise he has ever undertaken. Personally, he is a most 
agreeable gentleman to meet, his affability placing the stranger at 
ease in a moment, while his genial personality and unassuming 
manner commands the respect and confidence of all. His charming 
wife and family are fitting mates for such a man, all that need be 
said. 

His children — 

Blanche Willard. b. October 9, 1890. 
Charles Widgery Thomas, b. July 4, 1894. 
Benjamin Willard, b. Jan. 19, 1897; d. Aug. 28, 1898. 



GESEALOGY OF THE GODIXG FAMILY 45 

9. DAVIS ELMER GODIXG (8 Stillman N.. 7 Jonathan. 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C. 4 William, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

He was born and educated in Portland, Maine. On finishing 
his school days, he accepted the position of confidential clerk in his 
brother, Charles', store, a position lie still fills. His wife died De- 
cember 30, 1888. 

His children — 
Leon Lester, b. Dec. 19, 1888. 

8. MERCY MERRITT GODIXG (7 Jonathan. 6 Jonathan. 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She was married, and her children, with the exception of the 
last, were born in Jay. Maine. Her husband, a son of Major Still- 
man Noyes, was Ixirn in Jay. .Si-ptemhcr 22. 1H20. and died in 
Revere. Mass.. March 12. 18%, she dying in Portland. 

Her children — 

CI.ir.T Maria, b. June 16. 1846; m. April 26. 1871, John C. Osgood; d. 

Jan. 25, 1876. 
Ellen Elizabeth, b. .April 16, 1849; m. Jan. 3. 1872. Auriliiis S. Hinds. 
Henry Wallace, b. Nov. 14, 1852; m. Oct. 27, 1870. Lucy A. Lynch. 
Alice Florence, b. Feb. 25. 1861 ; m. Feb. 25. 1884. George K. Prime. 

8. EPHRl.XM GODIXG (7 Jonathan. 6 Jonathan. 5 Jonathan C. 
4 William. 3 William. 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

In early life his attention was devoted to farming in and near 
Livcrniore. .Maine, later moving to Portland, and associating him- 
self with his brother. Stillman. in the grocery and ]>rovision business, 
for a time, later assuming entire charge of it. His business ability 
was utilized in so successful a manner that when he died he left a 
competence. He was very much respected wherever he lived, due 
to an unblemishetl life. His wife was born .August 4, 1832. and died 
in 1892. 

His children — 

Edwin Lyford, b. March 6, 1851 ; m. Aug. 24. 1882. Marian S. Longley. 

Marshall Rood. b. April 1. 1854; m. May 22, 1879. Eleanor M. Short. 

Henry Franklin, b. Jan. 26, 1857; m. June 8, 1891. Winnifred Smith. 

9. EDWIX LYFORD GODIXG (8 Ephriam, 7 Jonathan, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He was born in Livermore, Maine, soon after moving with his 

parents to Portland, where he was educated. After his marriage 



46 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

he settled in Springvale, Maine, in the manufacturing business, 
where he still resides. 

His children — 

Florence Longley, b. July 17, 1883; unmarried. 
Emily Tarbell, b. Aug. 12. 1884; unmarried. 
Margaret, b. May 29, 1889; unmarried. 



9. MARSHALL ROOD CODING (8 Ephriam, 7 Jonathan, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

After finishing his education, he settled in his native city of 
Portland, Maine, becoming one of the principal bankers there. He 
is closely identified with important movements in the city, his 
opinion being prized. 

His children — 

Alice Blanchard, b. Feb. 15, 1882; unmarried. 
Bertha Adelaide, b. Dec. 13, 1883 ; unmarried. 

9. HENRY FRANKLIN CODING (8 Ephriam, 7 Jonathan, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

After his school days were over, he married and settled in the 
town of Mellinocket. Maine, in the mercantile business, in which 
he utilizes the careful training given by his father, to his own ad- 
vancement. 

His children — 

Howard Vernon, b. May 6, 1892. 
Glenn, b. Feb. 12, 1900.' 
Marshall Bryant, b. June 13, 1904. 



8. MARY ADAMS CODING (7 Jonathan, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband belonged to Brookline, Mass., where they re- 
sided. 

Her children — 

George Edwin, b. May 18, 1846; m. June 19, 1873, Maria M. Dennis. 

Mary Emma, b. Nov. 26, 1857; d. July 3, 1860. 

Charles Dana, b. July 21, 1859; m. Nov. 22, 1893, Mabel Hayward. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 47 

7. ELIZABETH GODIXG (6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C. 4 Wil- 
liam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband was a successful farmer and stock dealer, being 
very active in the aflfairs of the town of Livermore, Maine. In 
after years they moved into the city of Livermore Falls, and built 
a large residence. When he died, he left a magnificent property to 
his children. 

Her children — 
Elizabeth, b. June 26. 1806; m. Luther Chandler; d. Feb. 4, 1864. 
Susan, b. Feb. 15, 1808; unmarried. 
Fortner, b. June 9, 1809; unmarried. 
Maria, b. Jan. 3, 1811 ; d. Sept. 29, 1839; unmarried. 
Richard, b. May 31, 1812; d. Nov. 9, 1838; unmarried. 
Bemis. b. Jan. 10. 1814; d. Oct. 14, 1856; unmarried. 
Lura Jane. b. Dec. 12, 1815; d. Sept. 4. 1839; unmarried. 
Charlotte VVillinRton, b. Dec. 17. 1818; m. Washington Bean; d. in 1899. 
Nancy Coohdgc, b. March 23, 1820; m. Alanson Basford; d. May 18, 

1900. 
Otis Granson. b. March 21, 1825; m. March 19, 1851, Harriet M. Jones; 

d. Dec. 8, 1863. 
Charles Warren, b. June 11, 1827; m. July 1, 1852, Abigail Bean; d. 

Sept. 17. WrfJ. 
William, b. in June, 1829; d. in Jan., 1830. 

7. EUNICE GODING (6 Jonathan. 5 Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 

William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband was born October 26, 1775, and died March 7, 
1872, both being buried in the Richardson cemetery, in Jay, Maine. 
Both were greatly interested in church work, devoting much time 
to it. When he died, the text used at his funeral was, "I have 
fought the fight, etc.," and all present were of the opinion that it 
was well chosen. Few were held in higher esteem than they. 

Her children — 

Ruth, b. in 1810; d. Feb. 11, 1847; unmarried. 

Edward Wilson, b. July 16, 1811; m. Feb. 23, 1846, Betsy Bumpus; d. 

April 16. 1900. 
John Hancock, b. in 1814; m. Jane Noyes; d. Nov. 17, 1884. 
Martha S., b. in 1815; d. Oct. 21, 1843; unmarried. 
Betsy W.. b. April 3, 1817; m. Joshua V, Walton; d. SepL 30, 1896. 
Eunice, b. in 1820; d. April 22, 1826. 
Mary W., b. in 1822; d. Feb. 15, 1843; unmarried. 
Lucinda N., b. in 1824; d. July 31, 1826. 
Wesley, b. in 1827; m. Anice Buck; d. April 5, 1888. 
Jonathan Gowcll, b. May 19, 1830; m. Oct. 14, 1848, Eliza Buck; d. May 

18, 1870. 



48 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

7. JONAS CODING (6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 WilHam, 3 
William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Watertown, Mass., in the old "Bird House," 
soon after being taken to North Livermore, Maine, where many 
years of his life were passed. His early life was much like that 
of other farmer lads, working on the farm during the summer, and 
attending the Corner school in the winter months, although they 
had few of the advantages now so freely given. Miss Patience 
Tollman, a school teacher, employed in the vicinity, appealed to 
his fancy, which culminated in their marriage. About a year prior 
to this he enlisted in the war of 1812-14, and started for Portland 
to enter service ; on the journey one of his legs was broken, com- 
pelling him to return, thus preventing him from actually bearing 
arms. When he recovered from the injury he purchased a farm 
of 200 acres, one and a half miles north from Livermore Corner, 
on which he erected one of the most expensive houses then to be 
found in the State, seventy-nine years ago, and it is still occupied, 
having had few alterations since it was built. Being a keen busi- 
ness man, in connection with superintending the farm work, he pur- 
chased and sold cattle, sheep, and wool, accumulating considerable 
wealth. His name was occasionally signed to notes by his ( ?) 
friends, which made him equally responsible for the amount named 
thereon ; these notes became due and could not be met by the signer, 
Jonas being called upon to pay. He sold his farm, used the money 
to pay the notes given by these ( ?) friends, and saw the savings 
of a lifetime disappear forever. This occurred in 1842. He then 
moved to Brighton, Mass., and leased the historic "Lafayette 
Hotel," subsequently purchasing it, continuing in the hotel busi- 
ness until 1860, when he retired wealthy, passing the remaining 
years of his life with his son, David, where he died. He was emi- 
nently successful, and known far and near as an upright, consci- 
entious man. who always insisted on giving full value for any- 
thing received. Personally, he was affable, but blunt, of large 
phvsique, fair in complexion, and thoroughly honorable in all of 
his dealings. Few men are blessed with a helpmate such as he. 
His wife was all that makes up a model housekeeper, a good mother, 
and a noble woman. They both are buried in Brighton cemetery. 
Their eight earliest children were born in Jay, those coming after 
in Livermore, Maine. 



I -I. All: 




Kksiiiemf. Ill Hk. I". W. ('huhm;. 




(By courttfiy of F, W. hAVUMoHT, Waicrtown) 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 49 

His children — 

Roxlina, b. April 19, 1814; unmarried; d. Oct. 15, 1878. 

Elbrit, b. May 10, 1816; m. Aug. 18, 1839, Susanna M. Norton; d. Sept. 

15, 1878. 
Lydia Hathaway, b. Feb. 14, 1818; m. Aug. 25, 1853, Benjamin Butter- 
field ; d. Dec. 20, 1872. 
Octavia Batcheldor, b. Aug. 29, 1819; m. Nov. 28, 1845, George C. 

Field ; d. Dec. 26, 1899. 
Catherine Gowell, b. Feb. 10, 1821; m. Dec. 31, 1840, Ai Waterhouse; 

d. Oct. 14, 1843. 
Emelinc Philbrick, b. Nov. 3, 1822; m. June 24, 1845, John L. Hancock; 

d. June 9, 1905. 
Adoniram Judson, b May 30, 1824; m. Thanksgiving Day, 1850, Ann 

Spcllman; d. March 14, 1903. 
David Nutter, l>. May 28, 1826; m. 1st May 21, 1852, Clara J. Dow; 2d 

March 11, 1861, Elizabeth Ludgate; d. Aug. 14, 1900. 
Alphonso Landcn, b. April 12, 1828; m. Nov. 28, 1847, Lydia M. 

Chandler. 
Flora Ann, b. Dec. 11. 1829; m. Nov. 29, 1849, Moody C. Clapp; d. May 

29, 1891. 
Flavilla Elizabeth, b. July 16, 1834; m. 1st Jan. 12, 1854, Andrew J. 

Bailey; 2d May 16, 1869, Harvey D. Woodworth; d. Sept. 30. 1870. 
Gilbert Hathaway, b. May 31, 1836; m. 1st Nov. 28, 1860, Martha 

Wheeler ; 2d Sept. 18. 1873, Arabella Joy ; d. Dec 13. 1899. 

8. ELBRIT GODIXG (7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 
William, 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

He married a daughter of Jethrow Notion, she also beinp 
cousin to "Nordica," the opera sinper; she was born July 29, 1819, 
and died December 13, 18W. After his marriage he purchased a 
farm in Stow, Mass., remaining there until his death. As is the 
case of so many of the family, he was a natural mechanic, devoting 
his spare time in building wagons, houses, etc. Besides an ex- 
ceptionally neat farmer, he was well informed in the nursery line, 
being considered a horticultural expert. With a fund of humor 
always at hand, he was a most entertaining coini)anion. 

His children — 

Elizabeth Quincy, b. Oct 2, 1840; m. J.in. 10, 1861, Henry Zoller. 

Frances Emeline, b Jan. 29, 1843; m. June 20, 1861. James L. Parker. 

Theodore Parsons, b. May 7, 1848; m. 1st Feb. 19, 1872, Ella Griggs; 
2d Sarah Frances Brown. May 10, 1894. 

William Henry, b. Dec. 29, 1850; m. 1st Aug. 1, 1875, Emma J. Haw- 
kins; 2d Dec. 26„ 1887. E.sther Blood. 

Susan Norton, b. Feb. 2. 1857; m. 1st Nov. 4. 1870, John Haynes; 2d 
May 12, 1891, George Roberts. 

Robert Mayhew, b. Dec. 23, 1859 ; d. Dec. 12, 1868. 



50 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODINC FAMILY 



9. ELIZABETH QUINCY CODING (8 Elbrit, 7 JonRS, 6 
Jonatlian, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

She is married to Mr. Zoller who formerly was a wealthy 
butcher of Brighton, Mass., but is now engaged in truck farming, 
in Weston. They possess a valuable farm, several of the children 
living with them. She is a pleasant lady to meet, with a genial 
smile for all. 

Her children — 

Henry, b. Oct. 27, 1862; d. in May, 1869. 

Lyman Ellsworth, b. Nov. 29, 1863; d. in June, 1869. 

Willie Cla>-ton, b. Dec. 5, 1864; d. Dec. 7, 1864. 

Nellie, b. July 1, 1865 ; d. in May, 1869. 

Belle, b. Feb. 2. 1867; d. in 1869. 

Clara Elizabeth, b. March 15, 1872; unmarried. 

Jennie, b. Feb. 2, 1874 ; d. March 27, 1891 ; unmarried. 

Forest, b. May 19, 1879; unmarried. 

Agnes, b. March 2. 1881 ; unmarried. 

Henry Clay, b. Dec, 18, 1882; d. Nov. 19, 1895. 

Waldo, b. Nov. 23, 1889; unmarried. 

9. FRANCES EMELINE CODING (8 Elbrit, 7 Jonas, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her girlhood was spent near where she has always lived. Her 
husband is a sturdy, industrious farmer, florist, and market gar- 
dener of Gleasondale, Mass., their farm bordering on a beautiful 
lake, on the banks of which he has erected a number of cottages 
to accommodate city summer visitors. During the season he has a 
steamer and several smaller pleasure boats for the use of the ten- 
ants. They have a lovely home, where their hospitality is unex- 
celled, and an interesting family. Their son, James, has held various 
town offices ; William has been selectman for several years, over- 
seer of the poor, school committeeman, and in 1901 was elected to 
the Massachusetts State Legislature. George was graduated from 
Dartmouth College, and Thayer School of Civil Engineering in 
1885, since when he has followed civil engineering, the past few 
years being employed at the Charlestown Government Navy Yard. 
Their only daughter remains at home to care for her mother, who 
for many years was in delicate health. 

Her children — 

James Francis, b. Feb. 5, 1862; m. June 5, 1884, .A.da Idella Royce. 
William Henry, b. Nov. 10, 1864; m. June 12, 1896. Edith Leland 
Suanev. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIXG FAMILY 51 

George Woodbury, b. Oct. la 1869; m. June 1. 1900. Lclia Larkin. 
Fannie Augusta, b. Oct. 5, 1870; d. Feb. 4, 1871. 
Walter Mayhcw, b. July 4, 1874; d. Oct. 3, 18S0. 
Fnima May, b. Oct. 31, 1875; unmarried. 

9. THEODORE PARSON'S GODIXG (8 Elbrit, 7 Jonas, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 
He was a stock dealer in Sudbury and Acton, Mass., for a 

number of years, then removed to Florida and became interested 

in fruit prowinfj, where he now resides. His first wife was bom 

April 19, 1858, and died October 2, 1893. 

His children by the first wife — 

Elbrit Mayhcw, b. March 4, 1879; m. Aug. 10, 1902, Ida Gunn. 
Giarlcs, b. March 20, 1882; unmarried. 
Emma, b. Dec. 13, 1883; m. Dec. 22, 1903, Frank Girds. 
Alfred, b. Sept. 20, 1886; d. Dec. 14, 1892. 

His children by the second wife — 

Ella Foster, b. Oct. 18. 1895. 
William Browne, b. March 4, 1897. 
Nellie Lee, b. July 1, 1901 ; d. Feb. 20, 1903. 
Samuel Boston, b. Feb., 1902. 

9. WILLIAM HEXRY CODING (8 Elbrit, 7 Jonas. 6 Jonathan, 
5 Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 William. 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 
After leavinp his father's home, he became an apprentice to a 
turner in wood and ivory, in Cambridge, Mass., and after learning 
the trade, worked for a firm (which failed about one year after- 
ward), receiving $15 per week. He then followed farming for a 
time, then drove a truck team for three years, returning to Sud- 
bury and farmed for more than seven years. On locating in 
Nashua, N. H., he obtained employment with the Eastern Forge 
Company, where he has worked in one shop for nearly si.xteen 
years as a machinist, a fact which proves that his services were 
eminently satisfactory. He is a self-reliant, honorable man who is 
respected by everybody, and held in high esteem by his friends. 

His children by the first wife — 

Theo. Henry, b. July 25. 1879; m. June 21. 1897, Lilla Frances Haines. 
Frank Christopher, b. March 27. 1881 ; m. Oct. 12. 1899. Carrie Jose- 
phine Haines. 

His children by the second wife — 
Persis Emeline, b. April 2, 1889; unmarried. 



52 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

9. SUSAN NORTON CODING (8 Elbrit, 7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 

5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She resides in Florida, where her husband is engaged in fruit 

growing. Her daughter, Florence, lives in Concord Junction, 

Mass., her husband being interested in the manufacture of bluing. 

Her children by the first husband — 

Elizabeth Frances, b. Oct, 12, 1871; m. May 11, 1890, John E. Merrill. 

Carrie Bell, b. Feb. 17, 1874; d. Oct. 16, 1874. 

John Norton, b. March 7, 1876; m. 1st Dec. S, 1895, Maud Brown; 2d 

Nov. 28, 1902, Alice M. Stugal. 
Robert Chester, b. May 3, 1877 ; m. Nov. 12, 1902, Estelle Hart. 
Florence Agnes, b. Jan. 31, 1881 ; m. Sept. 9, 1899, Allan Kennedy. 
Waldo Foster, b. Sept. 9, 1889; unmarried. 

Her children by the second husband — 

Oscar Loraine, b. Sept. 13, 1894. 
Norton Mayhew, b. Nov. 23, 1896. 

8. LYDIA HATHAWAY CODINC (7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She moved, with her parents, to Brighton, Mass., from Liver- 
more, Maine, lived in the hotel about eleven years, and then mar- 
ried a hotel keeper of Boston, the proprietor of "Bite Tavern," 
They conducted that establishment until his death, Feb. 7, 1856, 
she, with her daughter, thereafter residing with her brother, David, 
her husband having left her a competence. She was a faithful 
wife and mother, a woman whose whole life was devoted to the 
relief of the sufferings of others. Her daughter's husband is an 
expert shoecutter in Hudson, Mass. ; her son. Dr. Benjamin A. 
Craves, a graduate of Dartmouth Medical College, being a suc- 
cessful physician of Dorchester, Mass. 

Her children- 
Eliza Jane, b. Dec. 23, 1854; m. May 11, 1873, Pliny E. Graves. 

8. OCTAVIA BATCHELDOR CODINC (7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 
5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
With the other daughters of Jonas, she assisted in the duties 
of the farm and hotel until her marriage, her husband being a 
salesman, in Boston and vicinity. Her's was a life of toil, and being 
gifted with exceptional business ability, she succeeded in a few 
years in accumulating sufficient property to support herself in com- 
fort in the latter half of her life. She is buried in Oakland ceme- 



GENEALOGY OF THE GO DING FAMILY 53 

tery, Chicago. Her son was a dealer in live stock at the Union 
Stock Yards, Chicago, for a number of years, since when, after 
being the city buyer for Libby. McXeal & Libby. he was engaged 
by the Caf>ewell Rubber Horse Shoe Company, as general western 
agent, with headquarters at Chicago, a position he still retains. He 
is a bright, energetic business man, with an interesting family. 

Her children — 

George Edward, b. Aug. 29, 1846; m. July 19. 1872, Almira Adelaide 

Knight. 
Jonas Judson, b. Nov. 28, 1847; d. March 22, 186J; unmarried. 

8. CATHERINE GOWELL CODING (7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her early life was passed in Livermore. Maine, .^fter her 
marriage they resided in Durham, her husband being a farmer ; he 
was the United States Pension .Agent for the district in which he 
lived, and also a justice of the peace for many years. Her son was 
a very successful merchant at Boston, where he accumulated con- 
siderable property. His daughter, Mabel, is private secretary to 
G. R. Hunnewcll, the ".American Fur King" of Auburn, Maine, 
She is a charming lady, possessed with all the attributes that are 
required to make up a true American woman. 

Her children — 

Mark Alphonso, b. July 3, 1843; m. 1st Dec. 31, 1866, Emma A. Dawes; 
2d July 31, 1876, Mary B. Monto; 3d Oct. 8, 1890, Mary G. Esta- 
brook ; d. July 16. 1897. 

8. EMELINE PHILBRICK CODING (7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
After leaving Livermore, Maine, where she attended the Cor- 
ner school, and performed the duties pertaining to the farm, she 
remained with her parents at the hotel until her marriage, 
after which she lived in Boston and New York for a time, her hus- 
band being in the stock business. On the organization of the firm 
of "Cragin & Co.," Mr. Hancock being a member, with headquarters 
at Chicago, 111., the purpose of which being the preservation of 
meats, he was placed in the position of superintendent, and settled 
in that city, where they passed the remaining years of their lives, 
Mr. Hancock amassing a fortune. During the civil war he was 
most energetic in his efforts to aid the Union cause, being in the 
confidence of Governor Yates, who commissioned him colonel in 



54 



GENEALOGY OF THE GO DING FAMILY 



a Chicago regiment. While passing through those troublous days 
she was ever ready to assist in relieving the sufferings of the 
soldiers, taking an active part in the work of the historic Sanitary 
Commission. At the close of the war, a large amount of money 
that had been contributed toward a certain fund was left in her 
hands, no provision having been made for its disposal. The money 
was legally her own to disburse in any manner that pleased her. 
Realizing that many soldiers would return disabled and destitute, 
she placed the money in trust, to be used in purchasing and main- 
taining a home for such unfortunates. This home was located in 
Cottage Grove, then a suburb of Chicago, where hundreds of 
wounded "boys in blue" found a hospitable place of refuge. Of a 
most amiable disposition, remarkably beautiful in face and figure, 
happy as a hostess, she commanded the love and respect of all. Her 
husband was prominent in affairs relating to the city, twice having 
refused the nomination for mayor, while he was an active member 
of the city Board of Trade, of which he was for a number of terms 
its president. At one time his packing house, at Bridgeport, 111., 
was the most extensive in the United States, much of its output 
having been utilized by the U. S. Government during the civil war. 
Her son, Charles, was captain of a Chicago company during the 
war, and, with William and George, was well known on the Chicago 
Board of Trade. Joseph has become distinguished in the scien- 
tific world through his original researches in biology, his publica- 
tions having received the commendation of the most eminent 
naturalists of the day. He is a graduate of the medical department 
of Northwestern University. Her daughters occupy a proud po- 
sition in the social world, their hands being ever open to deserving 
charities. 

Her children — 

Charles David, b. May 16, 1846; m. Jan. 4, 1871, Gertrude Stoddard. 

Enieline Patience, b. Nov. 13, 1847; m. Jan. 20, 1870, Judge Gwynn 
Garnett. 

Clara Flavilla, b. March 12, 1849; m, 1st Oct. 25, 1870, Samuel P. Skin- 
ner; 2d March 3, 1885, Alfred H. Sellers. 

William, b. Nov. 16, 1851 ; ni. April 19, 1881, Cora Shaw. 

Elizabeth, b. in March, 1854; d. in infancy. 

Flora Ella, b. Nov. 16, 1856; m. 1st July 31, 1872, Thomas Lyndon; 2d 
Dec. 30, 1875, Henry Seaman; 3d Jan. 25, 1897, William Harvey. 

George Washington, b. Dec. 12, 1858: m. .^ug. 14, 1890, Gertrude Lay- 
ton. 

Joanna Spring (years later baptized Josephine), b. May 1, 1862; m. 
June 15, 1882, Frank G. Logan. 

Joseph Lane, b. April 12. 1864: m. March 22, 1893, Louise J. Lambert. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIXG FAMILY 



55 



8. ADONIRAM JUDSOX GODIXG (7 Jonas. 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henn,-, 1 Henn,). 

He lived in Livermore in his boyhood, moving^ to Brighton, 
Mass., with his father, whom he assisted in the hotel for a number 
of years. The gold excitement, which caused so many to migrate 
to California from the east, influenced him to leave in 1852, going 
via Cape Horn: there he remained until 1837, when he returned 
to Boston, remaining a year. The next year after starting on the 
second journey his wife and two children joined him in the golden 
west, going via the Isthmus of Panama, and never returned. 
Mining was his vocation until 1867, when he purchased a farm in 
Aha, which he brought to a high state of cultivation, grain, vege- 
tables and apples being the principal products, especially fruits. 
.After his wife's death he sold the place to his daughter, yet con- 
tinued to reside there, not being willing to separate himself from the 
associations of a lifetime. He had many accidents, and more 
struggles, with a large family to support : but by economy and in- 
dustry and the exercise of good judgment, he not only spent a 
happy life, but amassed a comfortable competence. He was a man 
of stern purpose, upright in character, blunt as are most of the 
name, and has left a pleasant memory among his descendents and 
associates. 

His children — 

Thomas Francis, b. .Sept. 11. 1851; m. Nov. 30, 1876, Marth.i Jnaniio 
Warren. 

Elbert Jiulson, b. Sept. 3, 1858; m. March 2. 1882, Minnie Lois Dim- 
mick. 

Mary Ann. b. June 3. I860; m. June 15. 1882, liugcne I>iah Robbins. 

Nellie Augusta, b. Oct. 16, 1862; m. July 30, 1882. [-rcdcric W. Whit- 
tiers. 

Carrie Louise, b. May 3. 1864; m. Feb. 19. 1880, James Allen. 

Sarah Jane. b. Oct. 11. 1865; m. April 27, 1886, John Andrew Fay. 

Edwin Lincoln, b. Sept. 1, 1866; unmarried. 

Hattie, b. Nov. 18, 1868; m. Sept. 2, 1891. William Fielding King. 

Mattie. b. Nov. 18. 1868; m. Dec. 17. 1895, Robert Wilson. 

Charles Adoniram, b. Nov. 5, 1870; m. Feb. 2, 1897, Kiftic Driscoll. 

George Washington, b. July 4, 1872; m. July 12. 1898. .Mice Hurlhurt. 

9. THOMAS FRANCIS CODING (8 Adoniram J., 7 Jonas, 6 

Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C. 4 William. 3> William. 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

He has always occupied positions of trust and responsibility, 
and whose life has been an honor to the family. 



56 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

His children — 

Earl George, b. Jan. 4, 1879; unmarried. 

Flavella Anne, b. Jan. 18, 1881 ; m. Nov. 29, 1899, William Dambar. 

Clifford Spike. 
Dora Frances, b. Aug. 19, 1883 ; m. Dec. 4, 1905, Ray Rockwell Ferris. 
Josie Abigail, b. Nov. 10, 1885; m. May 18, 1904, Edgar Bowe Powers. 
Warren Judson, b. Sept. 3, 1890. 

10. FLAVELLA ANNE CODING (9 Thomas P., 8 Adoniram 
J., 7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 WilHam, 3 William, 
2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

A bright, interesting lady, well educated, who has rendered 
valuable aid in the compilation of this work. 

Her children — 
Francis Clifford James, b. Sept. 23, 1900. 

9. ELBRIT JUDSON CODING (8 Adoniram J., 7 Jonas, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

His children — 

Bertha Alma, b. Feb. 11, 1883; m. Feb. 2, 1902, John Joseph Lahey. 
Grover Cleveland, b. Feb. 8, 1884 ; unmarried. 
Flora May, b. May 31, 1887; m. Dec. 20, 1905. 
Fred Adoniram, b. Aug. 25, 1889. 
Chester Emmet, b. Jan. 17, 1892. 

10. BERTHA ALMA CODING (9 Elbrit J., 8 Adoniram J.. 7 
Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Hen- 
ry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Florence Alma, b. Aug. 12, 1903. 
August Melvin, b. July 31, 1905. 

9. MARY ANN CODING (8 Adoniram J., 7 Jonas. 6 Jonathan, 
5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Clarence Eugene, b. Jan. 7. 1883 ; unmarried. 

Vida Anne, b. Feb. 10, 1884; m. April 31, 1904, William James At- 
kinson. 
Mattie Augusta, b. May 9, 1887 ; m. June 27, 1906, Samuel Harbinson. 
Earl Francis, b. June 14, 1890; d. Oct. 19, 1890. 
Ralph, b. March 14, 1892. 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 



57 



9. NELLIE AUGUSTA CODING (8 Adoniram J., 7 Jonas, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 WiHiam, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

Her children — 

Sadie Edna, b. Aug. 17, 1883; m. March 4, 1903, William Murray. 
Ada Belle, b. Jan. 29, 1884; unmarried. 
Abbie Louise, b. Oct. 16. 1887; unmarried. 
Archie Harrison, b. Dec. 23. 1889. 
Stella Blossom, b. May 29, 1896. 

9. CARRIE LOUISE CODING (8 Adoniram J., 7 Jonas, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, I Henry). 

Her children — 

Nellie Malita, b. May 31. 1881; unmarried. 
Alta Louise, b. Sept. 7, 1884; unmarried. 
Amy Belle, b. March 22, 1887; unmarried. 

9. SARAH JANE CODING (8 Adoniram J., 7 Jonas, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Hazel, b. July 27, 1887; m. Dec. 22, 1905, Geo. Louis Parkinson. 

9. HATTIE CODING (8 Adoniram J., 7 Jonas. 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

William Coding, b. Sept. 27, 1892. 
Ethel Genevieve, b. Sept. 29, 1896. 

9. MATTIE CODING (8 Adoniram J., 7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Alfred Leroy, b. Aug. 3, 1896. 
Melvin Rolfe, b. Feb. 8, 1898. 
Florence .\nna, b. June 5. 1900. 

9. CHARLES ADONIRAM CODING (8 Adoniram J., 7 Jonas, 
6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, I 
Henry). 

His children — 

Irene Marian, b. Oct. 28, 1897. 

Alfred Francis, b. Oct. 3, 1900; d. Feb. 3, 1906. 



58 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

9. GEORGE WASHINGTON GODING (8 Adoniram J.. 7 
Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William. 2 Hen- 
ry, 1 Henry). 

His children — 
Gladys Hurlburt, b. Nov. 5, 1904. 

8. DAVID NUTTER GODING (7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jona- 
than C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He attended the school at Livermore (Maine) Corner, and as- 
sisted with the farm work until sixteen years old, when he went 
to Brighton, 3\Iass. Soon after, he became associated with J. L. 
Hancock, in various ways, in New York and other places, until 1861, 
when he with his family moved to Chicago, 111., entering a partner- 
ship with his brother, Alphonso, in the meat packing business. 
Two years later he purchased a farm in Stow. Mass., residing there 
nearly thirty years. Failing health and the infirmities of age 
caused him to sell the farm and locate in Hudson, Mass., remain- 
ing there until his death. He was held in high esteem by the people 
who frequently called upon him to serve them in a public capacity. 
He was a member of the school committee for twenty years, and 
high school trustee, during his incumbency succeeding in completing 
the magnificent school building against the most persistent oppo- 
sition, and there it stands a monument to his ability and public 
spirit. His first wife died October 8, 1859. His widow is a most 
amiable lady, whom to know is to love and esteem, her whole life 
having been devoted to good works and noble, self-sacrificing deeds. 

His children by the first wife — 
Albert Monroe, b. July 23, 1853; m. Jan. 1, 1878, Georgiana E. Brown. 
David Arthur, b. Dec. 29, 1854; unmarried. 
Clara Arvilla, b. Oct. 8, 1856; d. Nov. 4, 1856. 
James Alfred, b. April 23, 1859; m. April 13, 1892, Clara Tuttle. 

His children by the second wife — 

Lucy Ella, b. May 20, 1862; m. Jan. 26, 1887, Zabine Wetherbee. 

John Ludgate, b. March 1, 1864; m. 1st Sept. 13, 1885, Elme M. La- 
gross ; 2d Aug. 25, 1899, Mary Pauline Forrester. 

Benjamin Judson, b. Aug. 19, 1866; d. July 30, 1899; unmarried. 

Gertrude Elizabeth, b. Feb. 2. 1869; m. Sept. 27, 1890, Harry S. Water- 
house. 

Anthony lanthis, b. Jan. 5, 1871 ; m. Aug. 5. 1891, Flora Clark. 

Mary Ann, b. Jan. 15, 1873 ; m. June 7, 1891, Leon B. Annis. 

Flavilla Emeline, b. Nov. 7, 1875; m. April 30, 1896, John R. Bigelow. 

Flora Belle, b. Dec. 9, 1877; d. Nov. 16, 1878. 

Waker Lewis, b. Jan. 2, 1880: ni. Aug. 17, 1901, Maud E. Woodbridge. 

Bessie Irene, h. July 17, 1883; ni. June 30. 1904. George A. Elder. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIXG FAMILY 59 

9. ALBERT MONROE GODIXG (8 David X., 7 Jonas. 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He attended the public schools at Brighton, Lynn, Watertown. 
and Stow, Mass., and Chicago, Bl. Remaining with his father until 
becoming of age, he learned the trade of painting and decorating, 
following it with success ever since. For several years he was the 
secretary of the Stow Farmers' Club, and one of the founders and 
secretary of the Stow Grange. He has been further honored in 
being elected a member of the Stow school board, for many years, 
at the time the Union School House, at Stow Center, was erected, 
being on the building committee. He also has been a L'nitefl States 
juror. His eldest son is a station agent in the employ of the Bos- 
ton & Maine Railway Company. 

His children — 
Cora Elizabeth, b. Oct. 13, 1879; m. May 10, 1905, F-dwanl .V. Brigham. 
Clara Susan, b. April 29, 1881 ; unmarried. 
Stella Josephine, b. July 16, 1883; unmarried. 
Ira Lincoln, b. Feb. 20, 18S7; unmarried. 
Roselina Augusta, b. Feb. 13, 1890. 
Marian Brown Scott, b. July 6. 1893. 
George Harrington, b. Jan. 4, 1.897. 

9. DAVID ARTHUR GODlXf; (8 David X., 7 Jonas, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
After attending various schools in eastern .Massachusetts, and 
Chicago, 111., he completed the course of study at Hale High School, 
afterward graduating from Bryant & Stratton's Business College, 
of Boston. .■Xt the age of twenty-one he learned the blacksmith 
trade, at which he worked for about ten years in .Massachusetts, 
Minnesota and Washington. He now has 2,080 acres of land in 
Glatlstone, N. D., on which hundreds of sheep graze, the income 
from them making him one of the wealthiest men in the State. He 
was school clerk for several years, and is now treasurer of the dis- 
trict in which he lives. 

9. JAMES .\LFRED GODIXG (8 David X., 7 Jonas, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
On finishing his studies in the schools of Stow, he entered one 
of the commercial schools of Boston, from which he was graduated, 
after completing the course. Since then he has been in the grocery 
business in West Acton, Mass.. where he is well thought of by all 
who have business dealings with him. 

His children — 
.Arthur Tuttle, b. April 23, 1893. 



6o GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

9. LUCY ELLA CODING (8 David N., 7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She is the leading spirit in the Christian Science Church of 

Hudson, Mass. Her husband is a retired farmer. 

Her children — 
Ralph Wilber, b. Jan. 14, 1890. 

9. JOHN LUDGATE CODING (8 David N., 7 Jonas, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He was educated in the public schools of Stow, Mass., and is 
a graduate of the Hale High School. On leaving home he learned 
the carpenters' trade in Hudson, Mass., where he has continued 
to live for nearly twenty years, the highest grade of work always 
falling to his lot. For some years he was a member of the City 
Fire Brigade, and is an active member of the I. O. O. F. 

His children — 

Delmont Emerson, b. Aug. 22, 1900. 
David Nutter, b. Jan. 22, 1902. 
John Lowell, b. Nov. 10, 1904. 

9. GERTRUDE ELIZABETH GODING (8 David N., 7 Jonas, 
6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 
She also is a prominent member of the Christian Science 

Church in Hudson, Mass. Her husband is a mechanic. 

Her children — 

Mark Flavins, b. Dec. 16, 1892. 

Flavilla Elizabeth, b. May 2, 1894. 

Eula Marian, b. June 12, 1897. 

Philip Warren, b. June 30, 1900; d. Sept. 10, 1900. 

Dorothy Belle, b. Aug 22, 1901. 

9. ANTHONY LANTHIS GODING (8 David N., 7 Jonas, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

After leaving school, he obtained employment away from home, 
and has followed a number of occupations. Farming for a while, 
he purchased a hotel and livery business, at which he was success- 
ful for a number of years. For a considerable period he engaged 
in house painting in and around Harvard, Mass., where he is well 
and favorably known, frequently declining to accept office. 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 6l 

His children — 
Caroline Elizabeth, b. Sept. 28, 1892; d. Feb. 20, 1893. 
Benjainin Anthony, b. Sept. IS, 1896. 

9. MARY ANN CODING (8 David N., 7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She resides in Manchester, N. H., where her husband is em- 
ployed as a machinist.. 

Her children — 

Orrin David, b. Oct. 19, 1891. 

Virgil Coding, b. June 9, 1893 ; d. April 12, 1894. 

Sybil Gertrude, b. Jan. 6, 1895. 

Ruby Evelyn, b. Dec. 2, 1897. 

Elizabeth O., b. Jan. 19, 1900. 

Lucy Hulda. b. March 14, 1902. 

Mark Furnald. b. Sept. 12, 1904. 

9. FLAVILLA EMELINE CODING (8 David N., 7 Jonas, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 
She resides on a farm in Stillriver, Mass., and is a thorough 

business woman. 

Her children — 
Gerald Hersey, b. June 3, 1899; d. Aug. 21, 1899. 

9. WALTER LEWIS CODING (8 David N., 7 Jonas, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was educated in the schools of Stow and Hudson, Mass. 
For some time he has been engaged in the manufacture of boxes, 
in Hudson, and is a member of Company M, Massachusetts Volun- 
teer Militia. 

His children — 
Alphonso Levi, b. Jan. 16, 1902. 

9. BESSIE IRENE CODING (8 David N., 7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 
5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She resides in Lynn, Mass., where her husband is in business. 

Her children — 
George Arthur, b. Feb. 20, 1905. 



62 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

8. ALPHONSO LANDON CODING (7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 Wilham, 3 Wilham, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His boyhood was passed in Livermore, Maine, where he. with 
his brothers and sisters, attended the Corner school, and assisted 
with the farm work. At the age of fourteen he journeyed with his 
parents to Brighton, Mass., the remaining years of his minority 
being spent in performing his share of the work about the hotel. 
He married Lydia M. Chandler, then of Lexington, a member of 
the well known Chandler and Chase families, shortly after being 
the proprietor of a grocery store in New York City. On recover- 
ing from an attack of that terrible scourge, Asiatic cholera, with 
which both were afflicted, they returned to Massachusetts, where 
he entered a partnership with his father-in-law, in the business of 
building and contracting. During this period of his career, they 
erected some of the largest churches and cathedrals then in the 
United States. After managing his father's hotel for a time, he 
established himself in building and contracting, in Hyde Park, 
Mass., in 1857, moving to Chicago, 111., in 1862, being associated 
with his brother, David, for a year in the meat packing business. 
He then laid the foundation of what later proved to be one of the 
most extensive contracting firms in the western States, and amassed 
a competence, a portion of this time having as a partner C. C. 
Chandler, his wife's brother. Having become tired of city life, 
he purchased a farm in Kaneville, 111., in 1868, where he lived for 
many years, and held a number of positions of trust. In 1883 he 
purchased an interest in a lumber yard, in Elburn. 111., shortly after 
becoming sole proprietor, carrying it on successfully until 1893, 
when he retired from all business, the last two years his son, Oscar, 
having an interest in the business. From the inception of the Re- 
publican party, he has been an ardent supporter of its doctrines, 
and has taken an active interest in every campaign. He has been 
a diligent student, reading every book within reach until he became 
one of the best informed men. Bright, intelligent, a rapid reasoner, 
his conclusions were quickly arrived at, and as a consequence his 
judgment became proverbial. His neighbors having the utmost 
confidence in him frequently referred their disputes to him for 
adjudication ; and his decisions were so just that they were never ap- 
pealed from. He is highly respected not only for his ability, but 
for his liberality and affable manner; and has repeatedly refused 
to accept positions of honor and trust when urged to do so by the 
leaders of his party, with whom he has always been on the closest 
terms of friendship. He accepted the office of alderman for a few 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIS'G FAMILY 



63 



years only that certain public improvements which were badly needed 
would receive his personal attention. He is now enjoying the 
evening of life, revered by his children and respected by all. 
His wife has been all that could be desired, being in every sense 
a helpmate, while as a loving mother words fail to express the 
veneration in which she is held by her children. Such a wife is 
God given, such a mother a glimpse of heaven. 

His children — 
Flora Catherine, b. May 27, 1849; m. Nov, 28, 1867, John VV. Wamsley. 
Alphonso Chandler, b. May 31, 1851 ; unmarried. 
Josephine Octavia, b. May 28. 1853; d. July 8. 1S54. 
Ella Mcdora. b. Feb. 14, 1855; m. Dec. 25, 1872, George L. Phelps; d. 

March 7, 1893. 
Horace Landon, b. Oct. 22, 1856; d. Sept. 4. 1864. 
Frederic Webster, b. May 9, 1858; m. June 8, 1880, Ella B. Phelps. 
Oscar Wintield, b. May 12, I860; m. 1st Sept. 25, 1881, Belle W. Benton: 

2d June 18, 1903, Mrs. Lillian Rose. 

9. FLOR.'V CATHERINE GODIN'G (8 Alphon.so L., 7 Jonas, 
6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

She was educated in the Chicago .schools and Mrs. Loring's 
Seminary for young ladies ; after her marriage she lived on a farm 
for more than thirty years, since when she has resided in Chicago, 
her husband being engaged in the insect exterminating business 
there. She is a noble, self-sacrificing woman. One daughter mar- 
ried a merchant, the other a telegraph operator; the eldest son is 
in business with his father, the next is a painter and decorator, 
the youngest a student at Armour Institute of Technology. 

Her children — 
Helena Emma, b. Sept. 22, 1868; m. Nov. 27, 1890, Myron L. Woodman. 
Harvey Arthur, b. June 4, 1871 ; unmarried. 
Lydia Mehitable, b. Dec. 25, 1872; m. Nov. 9, 1891, Robert A. Bronson; 

d. Aug, 16, 1900. 
Leo, b. July 14, 1878; unmarried. 
Gage, b. May 7, 1887; unmarried. 

9. ALPHONSO CHANDLER CODING (8 Alphonso L., 7 
Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Hen- 
r)', 1 Henry). 

He was educated in the public schools of Hyde Park (Mass.), 
and Chicago. For a number of years he worked with his father 
in the building business, and later on a farm. Having early in 



64 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

life shown a taste for painting and drawing, he was encouraged 
in his art studies, since then devoting much time and attention to 
them. For some time he was associated with his brother, Frederic, 
in the pubHcation of a newspaper. During his leisure he has become 
familiar with several languages. He now resides with his parents, 
having accumulated sufficient of this world's goods to keep him in 
comfort. He is unmarried. 

9. ELLA MEDORA GODING (8 Alphonso L., 7 Jonas, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her youth was passed in Chicago and Kaneville, 111., where 
she was educated. With a special talent for music, an entertain- 
ing conversationalist, and great personal beauty, she was a leader 
in social circles and popular with all. Many of her poems were 
published and well received, her essays attracting considerable at- 
tention. Although she passed through troubled waters, she emerged 
a patient, loving, devoted Christian mother, loved by all who knew 
her. After a lingering illness she passed away in El Paso, Texas, 
of consumption, and is buried in Kaneville cemetery. Her only 
living child, inheriting from both parents a wonderful talent for 
music, promises to develop into a second Gerster. 

Her children — 

Flora Josephine, b. Feb. 11, 1874; unmarried. 

Ella Almira (Ivy), b. May 24, 1875; m. Nov. 1, 1892, George A. Ames; 

d. June 12, 1900. 
George Leroy, b. May 18, 1879; d. Aug, 1, 1881. 
George Clifford, b. Nov. 1, 1886; d. Dec. 23, 1889. 

9. FREDERIC WEBSTER GODING (8 Alphonso L., 7 Jonas, 
6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, I 
Henry). 
[Prepared by Mrs. A. M. Taylor and Hon. Stewart Keightley.] 

It was the purpose of the gentleman whose name appears above to in- 
sert in this volume only a very short note about himself; but others, de- 
siring a more extended notice, have selected us to write this article. 

Among his maternal ancestors are Captain John Chandler of 
Revolutionary times ; Abiel Chandler, founder of Dartmouth Col- 
lege ; Zachariah Chandler, Secretary of the Interior in President 
Grant's Cabinet and LTnited States Senator from Michigan ; Salmon 
P. Chase, Secretary of the Treasury in President Lincoln's Cabinet 
and Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court ; Bishop 
Chandler, of Ohio ; and William E. Chandler, Secretary of the 





u 






i»^:i. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 65 

Navy in President GarfieWs Cabinet. His paternal ancestry is 
pivcn in the present volume. He was born in Hyde Park, Mass., 
his parents locating in Chicago, 111., when he was five years old. 
He attended the public schools of that city, and later entered the 
medical department of Northwestern University, from which he 
was graduated March 28. 1882, after having taught in the public 
schools for five years. He continued to practice medicine until 
1898. He was a delegate to the Republican State Convention of 
Illinois when Governors Fifer and Tanner were nominated (1886 
and 1896), mayor of Rutland, 111., for nearly ten years, and mem- 
ber of the La Salle County Republican Central Committee for eight 
years, during which time he did much to change the political com- 
plexion of the State. During 188.S-86 he filled the chair of natural 
science in the Loudon College. He was appointed by President 
McKinlcy Consul to Northern New South Wales and Queensland, 
February 11, 18':»8, a position he still fills. He was appointed by 
the president of Cuba, in 1902. to represent that country in .\us- 
tralia, and in 1903 received a similar appointment from the presi- 
dent of Panama. During his official career he has written many 
valuable commercial reports, which have largely increased the trade 
between -Australia and this country, having been j)ublished by the 
United States Government and republished in many newspapers 
and trade magazines. He published "(Jrdinance of Rutland, 111.," 
in 1887; various papers on Hiology and Fntomology, 1877-1906, 
the titles of some being "A Descriptive Catalog of the Membracida; 
of North America," published by the Illinois State Laboratory of 
Natural History; a "Monogra])h of the Membracidae of Austra- 
lia;" a "Monograph of the Cicadidae of Australia;" a "Monograph 
of the Cercopidx of Australia;" also the present History of the 
Coding Family. In 1896 he discovered the secret of tempering 
cojjper, identical with the method used by the ancients, and in 
1897 he devised a means of welding copper to steel and iron. Per- 
sonally, he stands 5 feet 9 inches in height, with dark eyes and 
hair, and weighs 200 pounds. He was married in Kaneville, III., 
to Ella Blanche, youngest daughter of Pliny M. Phelps, and they 
have two children, who reside in Elburn, 111. His .son has already 
shown considerable ability in electrical engineering and bids fair 
to follow in the footsteps of his father as an experimentalist. 

Angeline Merritt T.wlor. 

Dr. F. W. Coding. United States Consul for Northern New 
South Wales and Queensland, arrived in Newcastle. N. S. W., to 



66 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

take up the duties of his office in the year 1898. Since that time he 
has, as is well known, not only enjoyed the complete confidence of 
his government, but he has also in a very marked degree won the 
esteem and good will of his brother consuls, the leading represen- 
tatives of commerce, industry and politics, and indeed all classes 
of the community of the important city and seaport at which he 
is stationed. This latter fact was amply demonstrated on the occa- 
sion of Dr. Coding's last visit to his native country, when just prior 
to his departure he was entertained by one of the largest, most rep- 
resentative and enthusiastic meetings of citizens ever held in New- 
castle, on whose behalf the mayor, Hon. M. J. Moroney, presented 
to him a beautifully illuminated and bound address, signed by 
the leading merchants, ship owners, colliery proprietors, etc., of 
the district in which Mr. Coding's great ability, tact, courtesy and 
other qualifications for his position were extolled, and the wish 
expressed that he would long continue to hold that position. 

Dr. Coding, who is a man of scientific tastes and attainments, 
has, during his residence in Newcastle, taken a keen interest in the 
proceedings of the Linnean Society of New South Wales, and his 
capabilities in this connection have been availed of largely by his 
government ; for, under official authority, he has procured a com- 
plete collection of the fauna of Australia for the United States 
National Zoological Park, at Washington, specimens of nearly every 
form of Australian life having been gathered together by him and 
properly classified and described, at a cost of much time, care and 
research on his part, and at his own discretion in the matter of 
expense. 

In the performance of the functions more closely relating to 
his position as consul, Dr. Coding has at all times displayed energy, 
good judgment and excellent administrative ability. Any American 
applying at the consulate always receives courtesy and attention, 
and can rely upon having his interests thoroughly protected. Apart 
from the purely local business transacted he is always on the alert 
to safeguard the interests of his countrymen in any portion of the 
large territory over which he has consular control — an area which 
comprises the whole of Queensland, 668,497 square miles in ex- 
tent, and the northern half of New South Wales, reaching from the 
Hawkesbury river to the Queensland border, upwards of 700,000 
square miles. His activity in this respect was markedly exempli- 
fied during the strike disturbances of a few months ago at a large 
colliery in the South Maitland district, when an American citizen 
in defending himself from an attack by a body of strikers used his 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 67 

revolver. The man was placed upon his trial, but largely owing to 
Dr. Coding's exertions was acquitted. Dr. Coding received the 
thanks of his government for his action in this matter. 

It is beyond doubt that his consular reports upon the com- 
mercial and industrial life of Australia, and the active personal 
interest taken by him in promoting and enlarging the volume and 
scope of trade between Australia and the United States, have earned 
for him the appreciation of commercial men and the warm com- 
mendation of his government. Naturally the consulate at New- 
castle has advanced considerably in status with so capable and in- 
dustrious a man in charge, so that now it is really the most im- 
portant American consulate in .Vustralia. The greatest number of 
American vessels to visit Newcastle in any one year previous to Dr. 
Gotling's advent was 44. but since then the number has much in- 
creased, and one year ran up to 126. The extensive trade built up 
between Newcastle and the Philippine Islands in recent years ex- 
plains a goo<l deal of this increase. 

Another manifestation of Dr. Coding's energy and activity in 
the furtherance of any movement calculated to serve the United 
States was given in connection with the .St. Louis Exposition. He, 
by strong and frequent ])crsonal rcjirescntafions, induced the local 
Chamber of Commerce to endeavor to secure the exhibition on an 
adequate scale of .^ustralian products and manufactures. He also 
interviewed the State premier with the same object in view, and 
although the display was not all it might have been, the credit due 
to Dr. Coding was none the less deserved. 

Though Dr. Coding is such a busy man and his official work 
occupies so much of his time and attention (he not unfrequently 
works 16 and sometimes as many as 20 hours of the 24), he manages 
to spare a little of it on occasions, for purposes of education and 
enlightenment. He has, while in Newcastle, delivered a number 
of lectures in the Sydney public schools and in those of his own 
district with credit to himself and advantage to his hearers. A 
series of addresses by him at the Newcastle Congregational church, 
specially directed to young men. and dealing with their intellectual, 
moral and physical responsibilities, evoked the warm approval of all 
who heard them. 

Among the arts or gifts enjoyed by him is that of the public 
speaker. At many public functions in Newcastle, Dr. Coding's 
powers of oratory have been tested with gratification to those as- 
sembled. At a banquet tendered recently by the Newcastle Chamber 
of Commerce to the premier of the State, Honorable J. H. Car- 



68 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

ruthers, Consul Coding's speech in proposing the toast, "The Com- 
mercial and Industrial Interests of the District," was pronounced to 
be one of the best of the evening. 

Summing up, it may be said, without any hesitation or reserva- 
tion whatever, that in Dr. Coding the great American nation has 
a most capable and worthy representative, one who occupies a re- 
sponsible and exacting position with urbanity, dignity and wisdom, 
and who, while ever watchful of the rights and privileges of his 
own country, is able to command the heartiest respect and friend- 
ship of those people of other nationalities with whom his duties 
bring him in contact. Stewart Keightley, 

United States Vice and Deputy Consul. 

Newcastle, N. S. W., May 11, 1906. 

His children — 

Hazle Vera, b. Nov. 12, 1882 ; m. Feb. 10, 1903, Herbert B. Ames. 
Frederic Landon, b. Feb. 9, 1886; unmarried. 

10. HAZLE VERA CODING (9 Frederic W., 8 Alphonso L., 
7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 
Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband is an employe of the Bowman Pure Milk Com- 
pany, of Elburn, 111. 

Her children — 
Vivian Fredella, b. July 25, 1905. 

9. OSCAR WINFIELD CODING (8 Alphonso L.. 7 Jonas, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

Born in Hyde Park, Mass., he was reared in Chicago and 
Kaneville, 111., attending the schools of those places. He studied 
dentistry under the direction of Dr. E. H. Kilbourne, of Aurora, 
111., the first president of the American Dental Association, and for 
some time practiced there, later residing in Chicago and other 
places, steadily rising in his profession. The confining nature of 
his business compelled him to abandon it, and, acting on the advice 
of his friends, he accepted a partnership with his father in the 
lumber business, where he continued until it was sold. He then 
established a general store in Elburn, and built up a flourishing 
trade. Having purchased an interest in the Highland Colony 
Company, of Ridgeland, Miss., and being elected general secretary, 
he sold his mercantile business, removing to Mississippi. During 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODINC FAMILY 69 

the years he was connected with the Colony Company he escorted 
thousands of people of the Xorth to view the vakiable lands for 
sale, and aided in placing the finances on a sound basis. He now 
resides in Denver, Colorado, where he is interested in real estate, 
and is vice-president of the Granite Wells Mining Company. He 
is a clever salesman, an active, energetic business man, and being a 
fine musician, is appreciated in social circles. 

His children by the first wife, none by the second — 
Purlle Alphonso, b. June 5, 1883 ; unmarried. 

8. FLOR.A .'WW CiODIXG (7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 
4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She was bom and reared in Jay and Livermore, Maine, and 
spent her remaining years of single life in Brighton, Mass., where 
she was married. She was an exceptionally intelligent woman, 
devoted to her duties as a mother and wife, and left the world 
better for having lived. Her son, Charles, is in business in the 
west ; ICmma resides in Taunton ; Carrie resides in Cambridge, her 
husband being in charge of the advertising department of the 
Boston Herald. Jennie lives in Summerville, her husband being the 
advertising agent of the Boston Budget. Her husband died No- 
vember 27, 1900. 

Her children — 

Flora F.mclinc, b. Feb. 23. 1851 ; m. Aug. 3, 1874, Caleb H. Bryant. 

Flavilla Coding, b. June 5. 1852; d. April 12, 1853. 

Nannie Maria, b. Feb. 25. 1854; d. May 5, 1872; unmarried. 

Charles Moody, b. July 2, 1857; m. 

Frank Henry, b. March 24, 1862; d. Nov. 24, 1903; unmarried. 
Carrie Lizzie, b. July 9, 1864; m. Sept. 21, 1887, Frank Ganong. 
Jennie Mabel, b. March 26, 1866; m. May 10, 1893, Carroll W. Sawyer. 

8. FL.WILL.X ELIZ.\P.ETH CODING (7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her first husband was a wealthy hotel proprietor of Boston ; 
he died February 10, 1861. aged 40. Her second husband died 
June 23, 1901. She was gifted with a handsome face and figure, 
a bright intellect, and was ever a charming social leader. 

Her children by the first husband, none by the second — 

Louis Andrew, b. July 22, 1857; d. Aug. 28, 1875; unmarried. 
Carrie Emma, b. July 30, 1859; d. May 21, 1863. 
Eugenia, b. Sept. 29, 1861 ; d. June 27, 1867. 



70 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 



8. GILBERT HATHAWAY CODING (7 Jonas, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C., 4 WilHam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He followed the calling of a painter and decorator, the last 
few years of his life being passed in Gleasondale, Mass., where 
he died. 

His children by the first wife, none by the second — 

Harry Gay, b. Aug. 28, 1861 ; d. in 1873, in Boston. 
Charles, b. in 1863 ; adopted ; name changed, and was taken to New 
York city. 

7. LUKE CODING (6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 
William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born at Fresh Pond, Mass., moving to Jay, Maine, 
with his father, and lived there for many years farming and stock 
dealing. There he was married, and his children were born, ex- 
cepting Marietta and Valorus. Being an exceptional story teller 
he was very entertaining to his friends, of which he had a host. 
He died at the home of his brother, John. 

His children by the first wife — 

Jane Philbrick, b. May 26, 1815; m. March 8, 1835, Joseph Hyde; d. 

Sept. 26, 1877. 
Hannah, b. April 9, 1817; m. March 26, 1838, Henry Hyde; d. Feb. 12, 

1890. 
Ensign Otis, b. in 1819; m. 1st April 25, 1846, Josephine Stephens; 2d 

in 1858, Eliza P. Lamkin ; d. June 12. 1899. 
Stephen Philbrick, b. Dec. 25, 1825; m. April 13, 1848, Deanthia A. Rob- 
bins; d. Sept. 25, 1870; no issue. 
Harriet Ann, b. May 26, 1827; m. Sept. 17, 1848, John M. Joy; d. Jan. 

10, 1887. 
Florinda Thompson, b. June 11, 1829; m. July 1, 1857, Charles H. 

Sawyer. 
Elbridge Gerry, b. in 1831; m. 1st Sept. 3, 1856, Harriet A. Coggshall; 

2d Nov. 18, 1884, Cora B. Carman. 

His children by the second wife (died September 6, 1857) — 

Flavel, b. in 1834; m. 1856, Ellen Coleman; d. July 16, 1868. 

Valorus, b. in 1836; died at the age of fifteen months. 

Eugene Francis, b. Sept. 12, 1838; d. Jan. 12, 1855. 

Emulus Luke, b. May 2, 1839; ni. March 3, 1866, Mary E. Sprague; d. 

Aug. 19, 1887. 
Marietta, b. Oct. 24, 1842; unmarried. 

Henry Clay, b. Oct. 28, 1844 ; m. May 5, 1870, Adella F. Bills ; no issue. 
Valorus Foscarey, b. Dec. 10, 1846; m. Nov. 15, 1870, Eliza Stinchfield. 
Clara Jeanette, b. Nov. 30, 1853; m. in April, 1873, John C. Swasey; d. 

Feb. 1. 1903. 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 



71 



8. JANE PHILBRICK CODING (7 Luke. 6 Jonathan, 5 Jona- 
than C. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her name will go down to posterity as belonging to the model 
housekeeper of the name, as it is doubtful if any member of the 
family ever equalled her in that particular province. Neat and 
orderly to a fault, her skill as a cook was recognized by all who 
knew her. When the War of the Rebellion began she sent three 
of her sons to the front, and who shall say that her sufferings were 
not greater than those who shouldered the musket? Only mothers 
can know what it cost them to see their loved ones leave, possibly 
never to return, with the months of dread and fear for the safety 
of their offspring. Her son, William, is a successful farmer of 
Livermore, Maine, and has resided there since returning from the 
war, in which he served for eighteen months in the 10th Maine 
regiment, and later in the .TOth, until the war ended. Corydon 
and Joseph served in the 30th Maine regiment, dying while on 
duty in the camp. John is a retired farmer and livery proprietor, 
his wife being only sister of Frank \. Munsey, publisher of Mun- 
sey Magazine. They have an interesting family, and a beautiful 
home in Livermore Falls, Maine, where their friends receive a most 
hearty welcome. 

Her children — 

Henry, b. Dec. 8. I&3S; m. Jan. 1, 1862, Abigail C. Atwood; d. July 
2, 1892. 

William Augiistu.s, b. Nov. 23, 1838; m. 1st Nov. 24, 1865, Martha L. 
French ; 2d Aug. 16, 1893, Ellen Gibbs. A soldier. 

Corydon LcForrcst, b. April 17, 1840; d. in 1863; unmarried. A soldier. 

Harriet Ellen, b. Jan. 20. 1842; m. Oct. 21, 1871, Joseph Daniels. 

Joseph Edwin, b. Jan. 31, 1844; d. at Winchester, Va., in 1863; un- 
married. Soldier. 

John Monroe, b. Nov. 29. \8A5; m. Nov. 28. 1872. Emma J. Munsey. 

Sarah Kate, b. Jan. 2, 1847; m. Jan. 13, 1864. Luther Pomroy ; d. Feb. 
14, 1872. 

Clara Jane. b. Oct. 10, 1850; m. May 13. 1871, Edwin C Basford; d. 
Aug. 14, 1892. 

8. HANNAH CODING (7 Luke, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 

William. 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

They lived on a farm in Livermore, Maine, later moving to 
Newton, Mass. 

Her children — 
Charles Henry, b. June 26, 1839; m. Dec. 27, 1863, Abbie P. Moody; d. 

Nov. 23, 1894. 
Ella Maria, b. April 11, 18S0; m. June 22, 1871, Briggs H. Watson. 



72 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 



8. ENSIGN OTIS GODING (7 Luke, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 
4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Livermore, Maine, residing there the greater 
portion of his life, and where his children were born ; he was a 
farmer and butcher, having remarkable judgment in buying cattle. 
In his young manhood he was a member of the Independent Rifle 
company, in which he served during the trouble over the north- 
eastern boundary of Maine. In 1858 he moved to Livermore Falls, 
remaining there until just before his death, when he moved to 
Canton. During his residence in Livermore Falls he built several 
fine buildings there, including two commodious business blocks. 
The first wife died September 16, 1849, the second July 23, 1879. 

His children — 

Mark Stephens, b. in 1847; died aged four months. 

Ensign Stephens, b. Nov. 17, 1848; m. Oct. 19, 1873, Josie A. Lane. 

9. ENSIGN STEPHENS GODING (8 Ensign O., 7 Luke, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

He attended the public schools of Livermore Falls from the 
time he was ten years old, and worked with his father. In 1873 
he purchased a drug store, and took charge of the telegraph and 
express business there, continuing for eight years ; but, feeling 
the need for more outdoor life he sold out, and went into the 
canning business, which he conducted successfully for seventeen 
years. Closing this line, he moved to Alameda, California, where 
he now resides. At the age of twenty-one he became interested in 
real estate, owning large landed property ; his operations were so 
successful that he soon acquired a competence, yet in his present 
home his sound judgment has caused him to continue in the same 
line, the results being that he has added considerably to his bank 
account. The thanks of the family are due to him for the thorough 
manner in which he has gathered the data of his branch. An ardent 
Republican, he takes an active interest in every campaign. He is 
a consistent member of the Baptist Church, and has been a Mason 
since 1870. His son is a student of the Academy, Hebron, Maine. 

His children — 

Hattie, adopted Dec. 31, 1880; d. June 15, 1882. 
Eloise, b. Aug. 7, 1883 ; d. Oct. 18, 1884. 
Merle Stephens, b. July 28, 1887. 



I'l.All. I 




Cll Mil 1.- \Vll«.KkY TlliiMAS Lio|i|> 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 73 

8. HARRIET ANN GODING (7 Luke. 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan 

C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henr>). 

She was married in Waltham, Mass., her husband being a milk 

vender. 

Her children — 

Flora Elizabeth, b. in Dec. 1850; m. Nov. 2, 1876, Albert Warren. 

John Henry, b. in Jan., 1851 ; m. 

Harriet Ann. b. in 1852; m. 1st July 18, 1877, William L. Clark; 2d 

Dr J. Clark. 

8. FLORIXDA THOMPSON GODING (7 Luke, 6 Jonathan, 
5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
As a girl she was employed in Waltham, where she was mar- 
ried. Her husband was a bugler in the 1st and 4th Massachu- 
setts cavalry, during the civil war ; he now is an electrician in 
Boston. Her son is in a wholesale hosiery and notion house in 
the same city, the daughter's husband being in the steamship 
business. They all reside in Newton Lower Falls, Mass., where 
they have a very comfortable home. She has a well preserved 
memor>', and related many incidents used in this work which will 
be found of interest. 

Her children — 
Charles Millet, b. Aug, 3, 1860; m. Nov. 25. 1885, Laura A. Moody. 
Jennie Anna, b. Dec. 25, 1863; m. Dec. 2, 1890, Frank Barron. 

8. ELBRIDGE GERRY GODING (7 Luke, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jona- 
than C. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
During his early married life he ran a stage from Newton to 

Boston; later he moved to Topeka, Kan. His daughter, Sadie, 

resides in San Francisco, Cal. 

His children by the first wife — 
Rose, married Mr. Baker. 
Fred, unmarried; d. in Sept., 1881. 
Sadie, married Dr. Wakefield. 

8. FLAVEL GODING (7 Luke, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C., 4 

William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was a trader for many years, residing in Cambridge, Mass., 
where he died. 

His children — 
Ellen, b. in 1857; m. Feb. 6, 1881, Richard Doyle. 
Eugene Francis, b. July 13, 1859; m. Aug. 8, 1889, Louisa Zenome. 
Margaret A., b. in 1862; d. Oct. 30. 1896; unmarried. 
Jeremiah H., b. Dec. 6, 1866; m. Jan. 6. 1886, Elizabeth Rice. 



74 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

9. EUGENE FRANCIS GODING (8 Flavel, 7 Luke, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C., 4 WilHam, 3 WilHam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His children — 

Eugene Francis, b. Nov. 13, 1890. 

Irene, b. Dec. 8, 1893. 

Leo, b. Dec. 9, 1895. 

A daughter, b. May 5, 1899. 

9. JEREMIAH H. GODING (8 Flavel, 7 Luke, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His children — 
Agnes Rice, b. Aug. 22, 1886. 

8. EMULUS LUKE GODING (7 Luke, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan 
C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

For many years he lived in Livermore, Maine, being the first 
in the town to enlist in the 8th Maine regiment, company C, at 
the outbreak of the civil war. Later he was attached to Horse 
Battery B, in the 1st U. S. Artillery. After the war ended he 
settled in Watertown, having been selected as foreman in a foun- 
dry there, and where his children were born, and they and the 
widow still reside. His health failing, he returned to Maine, passing 
away some months after, of consumption. His son, Harry, is a 
stenographer in the U. S. Department of Agriculture, at Wash- 
ington, D. C. 

His children — 
Frederick, b. Dec. 9, 1866: d. in March, 1873. 
Walter, b. Oct. 17, 1868; d. in March, 1873. 
Herbert, b. July 25, 1871 ; m. June 24, 1902, Elizabeth V. Howard ; no 

issue. 
Harry, b. Jan. 7, 1876; unmarried. 
Nettie, b. March 27, 1879; d. Oct. 27, 1887. 

8. VALORUS FOSCAREY GODING (7 Luke, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He first started in life for himself on a farm with an orchard, 
later moving to Livermore Falls, Maine. After spending a few 
years in that city, he purchased a fine farm in Winthrop, where he 
now resides. His son, George, is in the mercantile business in 
Winthrop, Fred being on the farm with his father. 

His children — 
George Valorus, b. May 3, 1875; m. Dec. 15, 1896, Fannie Ma.xim. 
Fred Harold, b. May 24, 1883; m. Dec. 31, 1904, Grace P. Hutchinson. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIXG FAMILY 75 

9. GEORGE VALORUS GODING (8 Valorus F., 7 Luke. 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 
Henn ). 

His children — 
Doris Maxim, b. Oct 23. 1904. 

9. FRED HAROLD GODIXG (8 Valorus F.. 7 Luke, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C. 4 W'iliiam. 3 William. 2 Henn.-. 1 Henry). 

His children — 
Ada Fern, b. April 10, 1905. 

8. CLARA JEAN'ETTE GODING (7 Luke. 6 Jonathan, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Harry Coding, b. Auk- 27. 1874 ; m. Feb. 21, 1903, Florence Warren. 
Joanna Brooks, b. Jan. 26, 1877; m. July 21, 1897. William H. Prescott. 

Kate. b. Dec. 19, 1882; m. 

Eleanor Brooks, b. Aug. 9, 1884 ; unmarried. 
Thomas Brackett Reed, b. Nov. 8, 1887; unmarried. 

7. HANNAH GODING (6 Jonathan. 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 
3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

Her husband was a farmer and stock dealer of Jay. Maine. 

Her children — 

Lcnora, b. in 1820; m. Nathaniel Pcircc; d. in Feb., 1897. 
Frank, b. Feb. 22. 1822; m. in 1860. Ellen Richardson; living in 1906. 
Leonard, b. April 22, 1823; m. in 18.M, Martha Trask ; d. Oct. 27, 1902. 
Charles, b. Nov. 19, 1824; m. in 1854. F.liza Trask; d. in Feb.. 1901. 
Stephen Philbrick, b. March 17. 1826; m. Jan. 28, 1852. Sabra A. 

Richardson; d. Dec. 18, 1895. 
Harriet, died when seventeen years of age ; unmarried. 
Roannc, died in infancy. 
Philip Stubbs. m. Maria McFarden ; living in 1905. 

Harrison Small, m. .\nn Park ; d. 

Eliza, m. George W. .Atkinson ; d. 

7. LUCINDA GODING (6 Jonathan. 5 Jonathan C. 4 William, 
3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband was a farmer of Jay, Maine, where they reared 
a large and intelligent family. She died in Deering, Maine. 



76 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

Her children — 

Miriam, b. Aug. 26, 1817; m. John W. Wellman. 

Ann, b. June 3, 1820; m. Elias Gray. 

Walcott, b. Feb. 13, 1823; m. Faustina Humphrey. 

Lucinda, b. Sept. 23, 1826; m. John Fuller. 

Artemus, b. April 5, 1828; m. 1st Adeline Keyes; 2d Eliza Witham. 

Nelson, b. Nov. 20, 1830; m. in 1852, Mary E. Coding (see Zebulon). 

David, b. Dec. 28. 1832; m. Marcia Grant. 

John, b. March 18, 1836; m. 1st Lucretia Gliddon; 2d Clara W. Smith. 

Horace, b. July 6, 1839; m. 1st Rosanna Packard; 2d Emily Weston. 

Edwin, b. Oct. 23, 1841; m. Elmira Reed. 



7. BENJAMIN GODING (6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 Wil- 

liam, 3 WilHam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

In early life he was very delicate, and was denied many of the 
pleasures and advantages enjoyed by other boys of his age ; but 
on reaching his majority he settled on a farm in Livermore, Maine, 
on which he was married, and passed the remainder of his days. 
He was of a kindly nature, a good husband and father, and com- 
manded the respect of his neighbors. His wife died September 

8, 1884. 

His children — 

Benjamin Franklin, b. Sept. 23, 1842; m. May 12, 1861, Sarah E. 

Sturtevant ; d. June 2, 1902. 
Orris Alvah, b. Dec. 7, 1844; m. Jan. 1, 1868, Mary A. Coding (see 

John Brooks) ; d. Aug. 18, 1877; no issue. 
Stephen Milford, b. Sept. 7, 1847; d. Feb. 12, 1851. 
Adna Lee, b. Aug. 1, 1850; d. Feb. 14, 1851. 

Abbie Ruth, b. Feb. 18, 1852; m. Oct. 18, 1874, Calvin R. Leach. 
Charles Adna, b. Aug. 18, 1856; m. Jan. 1, 1891, Angle Young. 

8. BENJAMIN FRANKLIN GODING (7 Benjamin, 6 Jona- 
than, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He was a farmer, his wife belonging to Hartford, Maine. 

His children- 
Albert Frank, b. March 31, 1862; m. Feb. 2, 1889, Hattie M. Spaulding. 
Mary Prisbee, b. April 11, 1864; d. Dec. 18, 1864. 
Lurette Sarah, b. April 24, 1866; m. May 2, 1896, George W. Berry. 
Fred Ellis, b. July 24, 1868; m. Aug. 11, 1889, Mabel Stevens; no issue. 
Eva May, b. July 25, 1873; m. Feb. 12. 1896, Frank Noyes. 
Ada Lillian, b. Aug. 9, 1875; m. Aug. 31, 1894, Lincoln Cimimings. 
Sadie Elizabeth, b. Nov. 26, 1882; m. July 7. 1903, Appleton Hodge. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 77 

9. ALBERT FRANK GODIXG (8 Benjamin R. 7 Benjamin, 
6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 
His life was devoted to farming in Livermore, Maine, where 

he was preatly esteemed, being ambitious and energetic, but in 

poor health. 

His children — 
Pcrlcy Thomas, b. Sept. 24, 1890. 
Walter Sewell, b. May 21. 1893. 
Clyde Lester, b. May 25, 1896. 
Floyd Carl, b. Oct. 12, 1901. 

9. LURETTE SARAH CODING (8 Benjamin F.. 7 Benjamin, 
6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 
Her husband is a farmer of Winthrop, Maine. 

Her children — 
Inez Coding, b, March 11. 1899. 
Carl Maitland, b. March 9, 1900. 
Lura May, b. May 29, 1902. 

9. FRED ELLIS GODING (8 Benjamin F., 7 Benjamin, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C. 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

He first worked in the novelty mills at Livermore Falls, 
Maine, then went into the livery business, which he followed for 
some years. He is at the present time in Rumford Falls, where 
he has a first-class shoe store, which receives his entire attention; 
he has a flourishing trade and is one of the most prominent mer- 
chants in that city. They have no children. 

9. EVA M.W GODING (8 Benjamin F., 7 Benjamin, 5 Jona- 
than €., 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her husband is the proprietor of the well known Riverside 

Stock Farm, to the improvement of which he is devoting his life. 

Her children — 
Rossic Loula, b. Oct. 31, 1905. 

9. ADA LILLIAN GODING (8 Benjamin F., 7 Benjamin, 6 
Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 
Her husband is a farmer of Livermore. Maine. 



78 GENEALOGY OF THE GODIKG FAMILY 

Her children — 

Leon Frank, b. July 28, 1895. 
Maud Lillian, b. June 14, 1897. 
Eva May, b. July 17, 1901. 

9. SADIE ELIZABETH CODING (8 Benjamin P., 7 Benja- 
min, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Hen- 
ry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband is a farmer of Canton, Maine. They have no 
children. 

8. ABBIE RUTH CODING (7 Benjamin, 6 Jonathan, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She, with her husband, reside on their farm in Livermore, 
Maine, where they have a very nice home. She deserves the thanks 
of all for the interest shown in the compilation of this genealogy, 
all of the information relating to this branch having been re- 
ceived from her. An interesting, intelligent lady, she is a model 
housewife and a hospitable entertainer. Her husband is one of 
the prominent men of the town, has been one of the selectmen, 
and is a successful farmer. Her daughter, Alice, is well known 
as a school teacher. 

Her children — 

Lottie Ida, b. Nov. 8, 1874; m. Nov. 25, 1893, W. H. Norton. 
Alice Leone, b. May 29, 1876; unmarried. 

8. CHARLES ADNA CODING (7 Benjamin, 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His life has been a self-sacrificing one; he is quiet and re- 
tiring, but has devoted his life to his parents, their comfort being 
his first consideration. He is a farmer; his wife belonged to 
Byron, Maine. 

His children — 

Bertha Mildred, b. Oct. 16, 1893. 
Carroll, b. Sept. 14, 1895. 

7. INCREASE SUMNER CODING (6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan 
C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was a successful farmer of Livermore, Maine, where he 
lived until about 1870, then settled in Livermore Falls, being ex- 
press agent at that place. Every one knew "Uncle Sumner" as 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 79 

a retiring, peaceable gentleman, and one and all loved and re- 
spected him ; he always took great interest in the local schools, 
and all public improvements, and stood very high in the esteem 
of those who knew him. His wife was a native of Hartford, 
Maine, bom October 8, 1818, and died March 22,, 1903. 

His children — 

Emerson Eugene, b. Jan. 28, 1845; m. Feb. 15, 1870, Abbie A. Bigelow. 
Ella Kathrine, b. April 26, 1852; m. Oct. 8, 1873, Fred E. Robbins. 

8. EMERSON EUGENE GODING (7 Increase S.. 6 Jonathan, 

5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

In early life he attended the schools of Livermore, Maine, 
afterward completing a full course of study at Gray's College, 
Portland, Maine. Returning to Livermore Falls, he was appointed 
express and station agent, positions he filled until recently. Re- 
alizing that the city with its wonderful water power advantages 
must grow, he invested largely in real estate, erected numerous 
buildings, and became thoroughly identified with it. From these 
investments he has accumulated a fortune, and has now retired, 
one of the wealthiest men in that community. That he is held 
in high esteem by the people is shown by his being chosen to fill 
the offices of selectman, town clerk, and town treasurer, occupy- 
ing the latter position for many years ; also one of the trustees of 
the Universalist Church. He is a remarkably keen business man, 
his financial success being wholly due to his own well directed 
eflforts. His wife is a charming hostess, a refined, educated lady. 

His children — 
Eugene Bigelow, b. Nov. 3, 1875 ; unmarried. 

9. EUGENE BIGELOW GODING (8 Emerson E., 7 Increase 

S., 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 

1 Henry). 

He was reared in Livermore Falls, Maine, and was educated 
there. As he grew into manhood he assisted his father with the 
railway work. Some years ago he was placed in charge of the 
Jay (Maine) stone quarry to supervise the cutting of the granite 
used in building the Clark mansion at Washington, D. C. His 
efforts were so well appreciated by his employer that, on com- 
pletion of that work, he was called to New York city as confi- 
dential clerk to Senator Wm. A. Clark, the "Montana Copper 



8o GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

King," a position he still continues to occupy. The fact that he 
is employed in such a responsible place proves that he is a man 
of more than ordinary intelligence and capacity. He is unmarried. 

8. ELLA KATHRINE GODING (7 Increase S.. 6 Jonathan, 
5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She resides in Portland, Maine. Her husband was born 

August 17, 1851. 

Her children — 

Edward Eugene, b. May 11, 1875; m. Sept. 3, 1900, Florence E. Weed; 

d. Aug. 10, 1903. 
Minnie Josephine, b. April 23, 1876; d. Aug. 16, 1876. 
William Fred, b. March 30, 1878; m. June 20, 1901, Lillian M. Merrill. 
Maud Ardelta, b. Dec. 16, 1886; unmarried. 

7. RUTH GODING (6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 

William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her entire life was passed on a farm in Livermore. Maine, 
where she was universally loved and esteemed. Always on hand 
during the illness of others, she spent her spare time in minister- 
ing to the needs of others, while domestic afflictions compelled 
her to remain very much at her own home. Every one called her 
"Aunt Ruth," showing how near and dear she was to all, and when 
she passed away, the real mourners included the entire community. 
Her husband was a wealthy, liberal minded farmer and money 
broker, who held the esteem of all. Her daughter, Lucretia, has 
very kindly supplied a large amount of data needed to complete 
this volume. 

Her children — 

Orin, b. Oct. 13, 1837; unmarried. 

Susan Antoinette, b. Jan. 11, 1841; m. Sept. 14, 1861, Joseph C. John- 
son; d. Oct. 27, 1881. 

Lucretia Coding, b. June 15, 1842; m. 1st Aug. 14, 1866, Levi W. 
Harmon (see 7 Hannah, 6 Spencer) ; 2d May 17, 1883, Wm. A. 
Thompson. 

David Lorin, b. July 5, 1845; m. June 13, 1875, Evelyn H. Roberts. 

7. JOHN BROOKS GODING (6 Jonathan. 5 Jonathan C., 4 

William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He attended the school at Livermore Corner during his 
youth, and assisted on the farm. On reaching his majority, he 
worked for wages for several years, finally purchasing a part of 



IM.ATi; 




GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY gi 

the old homestead from his brother, Benjamin, where he resided 
until his death. Highly esteemed by his fellow townsmen, he was 
frequently requested to amicably arrange misunderstandings 
among the neighbors, who had every confidence in his ability and 
high sense of justice, thus preventing much useless and costly 
litigation. For several years, while selectman for the town, he 
rendered a goo<l account of himself, serving his constituents faith- 
fully. Being a fine judge of cattle, he bought and sold more, doubt- 
less, than any other man in the town, and would purchase only 
the best. Quiet and unassuming, yet his opinions carried great 
weight whenever expressed. In f)olitics he was a Democrat, while 
his religious views were liberal. He was a useful, self-made man, 
and enjoyed the respect of those who knew him. His wife was 
a fitting helpmate, much of his success being due to her good 
judgment and careful management. Both have left pleasant memo- 
ries, which will always be kept green. She died March 16, 1884. 

His children — 

Mary Ann, b. April 10, 1849; m. Jan. 1, 1868, Orris .\. Coding (see 

Benjamin) ; no issue. 
Charles Brooks, b. Feb. 2, 1860; unmarried. 
Lida Catherine, b. Jan. 9, 1863; d. Feb. 19, 188S; unmarried. 
Stella Mabel, b. July 4, 1866; m. Nov. 26, 1886. Horace E. Gibbs. 

8. MARY ANN CODING (7 John B., 6 Jonathan, 5 Jonathan 
C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

Born and reared in Livcrmorc, she married and settled on 
a farm in the same town where the happiest period of her life 
was passed. As years rolled on her husband was compelled to re- 
linquish work. owing to ill health, the care of him falling upon her; 
she uttered no word of complaint, but bravely performed her duties 
until he was called to the Great Beyond. Being self-reliant, she 
soon after went to Boston and succeeded in securing a situation 
as saleslady in one of the principal dry goods stores there, residing 
in Hyde Park. With plenty to do. and a will to do it, she gave 
every satisfaction to her employers, retiring from the position 
only when called home to nurse her father during his last illness. 
Since then she has kept house for her brother, and managed her 
farm, the income from which keeps her in comfort. Much credit 
is due to her and her brother for a large amount of information 
used in preparing this work, obtained by writing letters, searching 
records and traveling many miles. Her husband was a farmer, 
whose life was devoted to her. Thev are childless. 



82 GENEALOGY OF THE GO DING FAMILY 

8. CHARLES BROOKS CODING (7 John B., 6 Jonathan, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 WilHam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
His life has been passed on the old Coding homestead, which 
he owns. It is situated in Livermore, Maine, and is of interest 
to all members of the family, as on its northern border is the 
cemetery in which rests Jonathan Coolidge Coding and many of 
his descendents. He deals in live stock, and attends to the duties 
connected with the farm, while his leisure is devoted to study, his 
books including the standard works on every branch of knowledge. 
He is well informed on what is transpiring, and converses intelli- 
gently on most subjects. Although not a traveler, he has a pre- 
cise acquaintance with all countries, gained through his exten- 
sive reading. Of a decidedly hospitable nature, he is most ac- 
commodating to those who have the pleasure of visiting him. He 
is not married. 

8. STELLA MABEL CODING (7 John B., 6 Jonathan, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her husband is a progressive and wealthy farmer of Liver- 
more, Maine. 

Her children — 

Lida Charlotte, b. Feb. 26, 1888; unmarried. 
Frank Brooks, b. April 27, 1900. 

6. PETER CODING (5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 

Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Watertown, Mass., going to Jay, Maine, with 
his father, with whom he lived. When his father grew too old 
to conduct the farm and attend to his business affairs, Peter was 
called upon to assume these duties until his father's death, when 
the farm became his own. Here his children were bom, and here 
he died (of pneumonia), respected by all. 

His children — 

Peter, b. Dec. 21, 1793; d. Sept. 10, 1854; unmarried. 
Joseph, b. Dec. 24, 1795 ; d. June 20, 1861 ; unmarried. 
Isaac, b. March 28, 1798; m. Dec. 7, 1823, Lucy Philbrick; d. Feb. 27, 

1888. 
Elizabeth, b. March 15, 1800; m. Dec. 5, 1822, John Darling; d. March 

2S, 1888. 
Eunice, b. Feb. 24, 1802; m. Nov. 2, 1822, Thomas Philbrick; d. 

August 22, 1825. 
Asa, b. March 29, 1804; m. 1st Sept. 19, 1826. Rhoda Coding (see 6 

Spencer) ; 2d in 1838, Louann Coolidge ; d. June 1, 1840. 



GESEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 83 

John, b. March 9, 1806; m. 1st March 14, 1828, Miriam Doble; 2d in 

1844, Addphia Child; 3d July 3, 1855, Louisa M. Child; d. Dec. 

16, 1901. 
Ira, b. May 28, 1808; m. March 6, 1839, E.sther D. Harmon; d. Feb. 

18, 1874. 
Jonathan Coolidge, b. Sept. 11. 1810; m. 1st Dec. 15, 1837, Charlotte 

K. Harmon: 2d Oct. 17, 1843, Christina Dolley; d. May 15, 1860. 
Lovewell. b. July 2, 1813; m. 1st in 1837, Mary Sawyer; 2d in 1872, 

Mary E. Stowcll ; d. Oct 26. 1886. 
Granville, b. Feb. 11, 1816; m. March 28. 1845, Louisa Harmon; d. 

May 4, 1897; no issue. 
Clarinda, b. April 30, 1819; d. Dec. 7, 1838; unmarried. 

7. IS.\.\C CODING (6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 Wil- 
liam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Bom in Jay, he fanned there for a number of years, then 
moving to Newport, Maine, where he died. During' his last 
years he was a broker and loan agent, in which business he was 
quite successful. 

His children — 

Everett, b. March 22, 1825; m. May 16, 1851, Margaret Allen; d. Feb. 

28, 1897; no issue. 
Loreana, b. March 13, 1829; m. .Aug. 2, 1859, Titus Towne; d. June 

22, 1900; no issue. 
Absalom, b. Nov. 27, 1832; m. 1st May 3, 1854. Nancy Buzzcll ; 2d 

Oct, 1868, Laura E. Getchell; 3d Jan. 1, 1881, Cyrene Holbrook; 

d. Jan. 19, 1899. 
Lucy Jane, b. July 15, 1843; m. March 20, 1878, Eugene M. Towne. 

8. ABSALOM CODING (7 Isaac. 6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 4 
William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was bom in St. Albans, Maine, where he was reared. 
Five years after his first marriage he moved to Etna and pur- 
chased a large farm, on which he lived until 1890; having sold 
his farm, he purchased a hotel in Exeter, which, in connection 
with a store of general merchandise, he conducted until 1898, 
when he was stricken with paralysis from which he never fully 
recovered. He left a widow and "four daughters to mourn his 
departure, having been a kind husband and both father and 
mother to his motherless girls." 

His children by the first wife — 

Katie Buzzell, b. June 16, 1858; m. Dec. 19, 1874, Peter P. Pushor. 
Emma Rosalie, b. Aug. 11, 1859; m. Dec. 25, 1875, George A. Shaw. 
Lucia Evelyn, b. June 8, 1863 ; m. July 4, 1895, John Hefferin ; no 
issue. 



84 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

His children by the second wife, none by the third — 
Daisy Bell, b. Sept. 25, 1870; m. Oct. 30, 1886, Stillman Locke; d. 
Sept. 20, 1903. 

9. KATIE BUZZELL CODING (8 Absalom, 7 Isaac, 6 Peter, 
5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She was born in St. Albans, Maine, and married in Etna, 
Maine, by Rev. J. C. Friend. She has been of material aid with 
this record. 

Her children — 

Flora Ethel, b. Nov. 20, 1875; m. Feb. 20, 1894, Vernon C. Lougee. 
Ada Isabella, b. Oct. 20, 1877; m. Sept. 25, 1897, Harry L. McEard. 
Merton Preston, b. April 10, 1881 ; unmarried. 
Clarence Leslie, b. Dec. 4, 1883 ; unmarried. 
Lowell Ivory, b. Dec. 7, 1885; unmarried. 
Pearl Carrol, b. June 3, 1890; unmarried. 

9. EMMA ROSALIE CODING (8 Absalom, 7 Isaac, 6 Peter, 
5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
This lady has rendered every assistance in the preparation of 

the Isaac's record, and deserves thanks for her uniform courtesy. 

Her children — 

Harry Absalom, b. July 23, 1885 ; unmarried. 

9. DAISY BELL CODING (8 Absalom, 7 Isaac, 6 Peter, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 Williain, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband was killed by a train, on the night of March 6, 
1905, the cause of the accident not being known. 

Her children — 

William Irvin, b. Dec. 29, 1887. 
Carl Eugene, b. June 17, 1889. 
Lewis Coding, b. June 1, 1892. 
Mary Laura, b. Oct. 9, 1893. 
Florence Ethel, b. Sept. 24, 1895. 
Adrian Stillman, b. March 30, 1897. 
Viola Helen, b. Sept. 20, 1900. 

8. LUCY JANE CODING (7 Isaac, 6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 4 
William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband served in the Union army during the civil war. 
He enlisted as a private, January 13, 1863, in Battery B, 1st 
Maine Mounted Cavalry, under General Bumside, was promoted 



I'l.A II'; <; 




tfi^aii it r;.Lfjiff, 'N .■ .-.'^^i . 



liMEl.INK I'llM.llKK K (illlllNt,. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 85 

to orderly sergeant, and was discharged June 16. 1865, with an 
honorable record. Her son, VV. E., is 1st sergeant in the "J. W. 
Webster Camp, No. 61, Div. Maine S. of V." He has used everj- 
means to complete the record of this branch. 

Her children — 

Williston Eugene, b. June 10, 1879; m. Nov. IS, 1897, Jessie M. 

Brooks. 
Walter Edgcrly, b. April IS, 1884; d. April 23, 1893. 

7. ELIZABETH GODING (6 Peter. 5 Jonathan C, 4 William. 

3 William, 2 Henr)-. 1 Henrj). 

Little could be ascertained regarding this member of the 
family; but one of her relatives writes: "I rcmcmlxT of going 
to see her when I was quite young. She told me once that if I 
would get some milk she would make me some darn good fritters 
you ; and when I had eaten them she asked 'were those dam 
good you?' The floor of every room was covered with pretty 
rugs made by herself, and altogether, she was a ver>' neat house- 
keeper." She and her hu.sband resided on a farm in Jav, Maine, 
but late in life they went to live with their son, Samuel, in .Vubum, 
where they died. 

Her children — 

Susanna, b. Sept. 23, 1823; d. Sept. 22. 1825; unmarried. 

Samuel, b. Feb. 28. 182S; m. March 13. 1851. Susan Flagg. 

Ruth, b. July 17, 1826; d. March 5, 1842; unmarried. 

Elizabeth, b. June 20, 1828; d. July 4, 1848; unmarried. 

Viranus, b. Sept. 2, 1829; m. March, 1853, Martha Bickford. 

Mary Sawyer, b. Oct. 25, 1832; m. Sept. 17, 1854. William Starbird. 

Lucilva, b. July 8, 1834; m. March. 1857, Jason Libby. 

Clarinda. b. March IS. 1836; d. Sept., 1838. 

Rufus, b. June 10. 1838; d. March 21. 1858; unmarried. 

Charles Edwin, b. July 16, 1840; m. Sept. 12, 1858. Mary L. Allen. 

Clarinda, b. Dec. 15, 1845; d. Sept. 4, 1848. 

7. EUNICE GODING (6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 
William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Hannah, b. in 1824; m. Nov. 4, 1847, Albion Coolidge; d. Jan. 21,1891. 

7. AS.'\ GODING (6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 Wil- 
liam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He was born in East Livermore, Maine, and lived on a farm 

there, in connection with the working of which he also did a gen- 



86 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

eral store business. He exchanged dry goods and groceries to 
the neighbors for wool, butter, cheese, etc., then would cart the 
produce to Hallowell and exchange it for such goods as the 
farmers desired. The old people speak of him as honorable in 
his dealings, and an affable, agreeable man to meet, evidently 
holding him high in their esteem. 

His children by the first wife — 

Cordelia Gould, b. July 6, 1827; iti. Oct. 16, 1853, Granville D. Saw- 
yer; d. March 17, 1900. 

Cyrus Chase, b. April 10, 1829; m. in California: no issue; d. in 
California. 

Asa Spencer, b. March 3, 1831; m. 1st Oct. 6, 1856, Abigail Lovewell; 
2d March 29, 1877, Julia M. Smith. 

John Lambert, b. Dec. 29, 1833; m. June 1, 1861, Christina L. Bil- 
lington; d. June 11, 1892. 

Eunice Ann, b. Oct. 6, 1834; m, Oct. 12, 1856, Albion Field; d. Jan. 
18, 1874. 

Rhoda A., b. Aug. 16, 1836; d. April 15, 1837. 

His children by the second wife — 
Charles Coolidge, b. April 13, 1838; d. July 28, 1839. 

8. CORDELIA GOULD CODING (7 Asa, 6 Peter, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She was married in Danville, and died in Auburn, Maine. 

Her children — 

Norman Alberto, b. July 17, 1854; m. Oct. 8, 1883, Marguerite J. 

Macauley. 
Sarah Eliza, b. April 2, 1857; m. Nov. 5, 1881, Clarence L. Coding 

(see 8 Asa S.). 
Lewis Cyrus, b. March 4, 1859; d. Nov., 1880; unmarried. 
William Stanley, b. Oct. 4, 1865; m. Jan. 30, 1897, Gertrude S. 

Larrabee. 
Granville Leighton. b. Nov. 8, 1867 ; unmarried. 

8. ASA SPENCER CODING (7 Asa, 6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C. 
4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in East Livermore, Maine, and by the time he 
was nine years of age he had lost both parents, from that time 
until he was 21, his home being with his uncle, Zebulon Coding. 
After working for different people until he was 25, he pur- 
chased a farm west of Livermore Corner, where he continued to 
live, an affable, communicative, well-to-do farmer. 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 87 

His children by the first wife — 

Clarence Leroy, b. May 21, 1858; m. Nov. 5. 1881, Sarah E. Sawyer; 

no issue. 
Rosetta Ruth, b. May 3, 1861; m. ScpL 28, 1881, Ervin Thompson; 

d. April 2, 1883. 

His children by the second wife — 

Lillian Estella, b. Sept. 3, 1878; m. Sept. 2, 1904, William Bryant. 
Hattie Belle, b. Nov. 12, 1885; m. June 7, 1906, Geo. H. Smith. 

9. CLARENCE LEROY CODING (8 Asa S., 7 Asa, 6 Peter, 
5 Jonathan C, 4 Wilham, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He is a farmer in Livermore, Maine, where he is respected 
and esteemed. His wife has taken a deep interest in the prepara- 
tion of this work, and has added much that is interesting. They 
have no children. 

9. ROSETTA RUTH CODING (8 Asa S., 7 Asa, 6 Peter, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 VV'illiam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Mertina Abigail, b. July 11, 1882; m. Oct. 22, 1904, Lee Bridges. 

9. LILLIAN ESTELLA CODING (8 A.sa S., 7 Asa, 6 Peter, 
5 Jonathan C. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Qarence Ralph, b. Feb. 16, 1906. 

8. JOHN LAMBERT CODING (7 Asa, 6 Peter, 5 Jonathan 
C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Livermore, Maine, later removing to Canton, 
where he lived until 1869, when he moved to Weld, and died 
there. He made a specialty of orcharding, promoting only the 
latest and best varieties of fruits. As a citizen he was a leader 
among his fellow townsmen, being held by them in the highest 
esteem. His wife was bom June 11, 1841, and died Sept. 17, 
1900, a good, kind, loving wife and mother. 

His children — 

Nettie Florence, b. April 21, 1863; m. Dec. 31, 1882, Leslie H. Harlow. 
George Mansfield, b. Jan. 6, 1864; m. Jan. 11, 1891, Eva P. Fenderson. 
Olla May, b. May 8, 1874; d. March 4, 1876. 



88 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

9. NETTIE FLORENCE CODING (8 John L., 7 Asa, 6 Peter, 

5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Harold Leslie, b. Nov. 2, 1883; unmarried. 

Eva Florence, b. July 21, 1885; m. Dec. 24, 1902, Ivus Toothaker. 

George Mansfield, b. Aug. 13, 1890. 

9. CEORCE MANSFIELD CODING (8 John L., 7 Asa, 

6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

He was born in Canton, Maine, where he assisted his father 
and attended the town school. Later, he began a course of study 
at the Bates College, Lewiston, from which he was graduated in 
June, 1887, ranking among the best in his class. On completing 
his studies he entered the employ of the Maine Central Railway 
Company, and the American Express Company, as agent at Wil- 
ton, positions he has continued to fill up to the present time. In 
1897, feeling the need for a larger sphere of activity, he pur- 
chased tracts of timber land, erected a large steam sawmill at 
Wilton, and began the manufacture of lumber and house finish- 
ing materials. He has continued in this business until the pres- 
ent time, his plant forming quite a village. If appearances are 
to be counted, he is one of the financially successful members of 
the family and a worthy representative of it. 

His children — 
Olive Blythe, b. April 17, 1892. 

8. EUNICE ANN CODING (7 Asa, 6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 

4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Very little has been gathered relating to this member beyond 
the facts that she was born in North Livermore, and died in 
East Poland, Maine, loved and revered by her family and friends. 
However, much is known about the business sagacity and ad- 
ministrative ability of her youngest daughter. The following is 
abstracted from a Lewiston (Maine) paper, the writer doubtless 
appreciating woman's grit: "Mr. Field married Miss Eunice 
Coding, of Livermore, in 1856, one year after coming to Poland 
from Falmouth. This estimable lady died in 1874, when Mr. 
Field's mother became his housekeeper and counselor until 1899, 
in that year passing away at the age of 92. To fill this vacancy 
in his home, his youngest daughter, Miss Martha, took up the 






RiMi t; Ann i imiuS";. 





AuiKRT Monroe Godim;. 



John I,riM;.\TK C'lomxc 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 89 

reins of power and has since then been the sole manager of the 
farm. Her father is now 78 years old and very feeble, but the 
management of his daughter has been so judicious that the farm 
has steadily paid a good profit. Miss Field keeps seven cows and 
raises large crops, all of which work is entirely superintended 
by herself. The dairy, like all other branches of the establish- 
ment, is entirely under her direction and she markets the butter 
in person, while she has over 200 laying hens. The above shows 
what a woman can do when called upon in an emergency. Miss 
Field is as modest as she is capable, and makes but little talk of 
her own achievements. Not only does she carry forward the 
practical, but with a keen sense of the beautiful she cultivates 
the aesthetic, her flower gardens being the admiration of all who 
see them, and add greatly to the charms of her country home. 
Miss Field has made a financial success of farming where many 
men have failed. She is well worthy of this success and has 
demonstrated the truth of evolution, and the theory of the sur- 
vival of the fittest. Good luck to brave Miss Field, the farmer 
and business woman of Poland." In the same paper appears a 
three-column illustration of this model home. 

Her children — 

William Albion, b. Aug. 16, 1857; m. 1st in June. 1883, Carrie 
Holmes; 2d in Feb., 1891, Ada Murray; the first died Aug. 14, 
1889. 

Mary Susan, b. June 18, 1859; d. Nov. 3, 1859. 

Charles Everett, b. May 5, 1861 ; m. Nov. 8, 1870. Bessie McCafferty. 

Mary Jane, b. Jan. 9, 1863; unmarried. 

George Coding, b. Dec. 5, 1864; unmarried. 

Josiah. b. Aug. 12. 1866; d. Dec. 22. 1867. 

Nancy Ellen, b. Oct. 28, 1868; d. Feb. 1. 1869. 

Martha Ellen, b. April 30, 1870; unmarried. 

7. JOHN GODING (6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 Wil- 
liam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He early purchased a farm in Livcrmore, Maine, near Brit- 
ton's Mills, where his children were born and where he died, 
his son, Charles E., now residing there. 

His children by the second wife, none by the first — 

William Bradford, b. July 2, 1844; m. Jan. 18, 1872, Annie E. Sim- 
mons. 

George Page, b. April 18. 1849; m. 1st Oct. IS, 1877, Isabel M. 
Locke; 2d April 28, 1892, Abbie S. Gifford. 



90 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

His children by the third wife — 

Phoebe Florilla, b. July 16, 1855; m. Jan. 22, 1877, John H. Gordon; 

d. June 24, 1884. 
Ella May, b. July 1, 1856; m. June 30, 1880, William H. Drake. 
Clara, b. March 17, 1863; unmarried. 
Charles Everett, b. Aug. 25, 1871; m. June 8, 1897, Florinda J. 

Morse. 



8. WILLIAM BRADFORD GODING (7 John, 6 Peter, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 WilHam, 3 WiUiam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

As a young man, he settled in Dedham, Mass., where he, 
with his brother, George, engaged in the hnnber, grain, floui; 
and feed business, running in connection with it a mill. He is a 
quiet, retiring man, who, as one of his neighbors said, "was ever 
ready to give to the deserving poor, but did not wish to have it 
known." He is a staunch Baptist, keen business man, and held 
in high esteem by his fellow townsmen. 

His children — 

Edith May, b. Nov. 19, 1872; d. Dec. 17, 1872. 
Mary Adelphia, b. May 31, 1874; d. June 18, 1879. 

8. GEORGE PAGE GODING (7 John, 6 Peter, 5 Jonathan 
C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He is associated in business with his brother, to which he 
devotes his entire time and attention. He also is a Baptist, and 
is a pleasant gentleman to meet. 

His children by the first wife — 

Martha Evelyn, b. Aug. 3, 1878; d. Aug. 23, 1878. 
Mabelle Locke, b. July 6, 1880; d. Jan. 23, 1884. 

His children by the second wife — 
Howard Monroe, b. .■\pril 28, 1893. 

8. PHOEBE FLORILLA GODING (7 John. 6 Peter, 5 Jona- 
than C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Eva Lillian, b. July 1, 1878; m. Nov. 26, 1895, Edgar H. Bassett. 
John Lewis, b. Jan. 22, 1881 ; m. May 6, 1903, Georgia M. Seavey. 
Elbridge Ora, b. June 3. 1884 ; unmarried. 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 



91 



8. ELLA MAY CODING (7 John, 6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 4 Wil- 
liam, 3 William, 2 Henn.-, 1 Henry). 

Mrs. Drake is a bright, intelligent lady who has done her 
utmost to make her record complete. 

Her children — 

Ernest Elbridge, b. June 6, 1881; m. 1st Oct. 25. 1902, Carrie A. 

Lathrop; 2d May 18, 1904, Viola Bisbec; the first wife died Oct. 

4, 1903. 
Dana, b. April 2. 1885. 
Francis Car>', b. Jan. 8. 1890. 

8. CHARLES EVERETT GODINC (7 John, 6 Peter. 5 Jona- 
than C. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

He has the reputation of being a very successful farmer, on 
the old homestead, where he resides; his sister, Clara, lives with 
him, altogether l)eing a very interesting family. 

His children — 
Eva Belle, b. March 23. 189a 

7. IRA CODING (6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C. 4 William, 3 Wil- 
liam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His children — 

William Henry Harrison, b. Oct 26, 1840; m. Jan. 14, 1866, Lucy A. 

Davis. 
Charlotte Catherine, b. Aug. 7, 1842; d. July 2, 1861; unmarried. A 

school teacher. 
Margaret Klizabcth, I>. April 1, 1848; m. Sept. 1, 1871, George W. 

Haines; d. June 17, 1875. 

8. WILLIAM HENRY HARRISON GODINC (7 Ira, 6 Peter, 

5 Jonathan C. 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was a farmer of Livermore and Auburn, Maine. 

He enlisted in the 30th Maine regiment, his colonel report- 
ing that he did splendid service for his country. Aiter the war 
he purchased a farm in .'\uburn, Maine, where he has since lived. 
He takes an active interest in town affairs, always being heard 
in the interests of good government. He has an interesting 
family, some of whom are fanners and others in the railway 
service. 



92 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

His children — 
Abbie Estella, b. Aug. 15, 1868; m. in June, 1900, Frank J. Riggs. 
Carrie Gertrude, b. Feb. 14, 1870; unmarried. 
Charles Leroy, b. April 17, 1872; d. in Nov., 1903. 
William Henry Harrison, b. Feb. 19, 1874; d. in Aug., 1879. 
Ezra Toby, b. Aug. 24, 1878; unmarried. 
Kate Charlotte, b. May 17, 1880; unmarried. 
James Garfield, b. Feb. 22, 1882; unmarried. 
Benjamin Butler, b. Nov. 19, 1884; unmarried. 
Maude Blanche, b. Jan. 30, 1886; unmarried. 
Marcia Belle, b. Oct. 30, 1887; unmarried. 
Ralph Henry, b. April 29, 1888. 

9. ABBIE ESTELLA CODING (8 William H. H., 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Frank Henry, b. Aug. 31, 1903. 

8. MARGARET ELIZABETH GODING (7 Ira, 6 Peter, 5 
Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Philona Esther, b. March 9, 1870; d. May 19, 1885. 
Philena Etta, b. Aug. 26, 1872; d. July 14, 1892. 

7. JONATHAN COOLIDGE GODING (6 Peter, 5 Jonathan 
C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henn,-)- 
He was a farmer, living on the old homestead where he died. 
He is represented as being an intelligent yoimg man, who in- 
vented the first apple paring and coring machine, which he ex- 
hibited at the county fairs. His youngest child was but seven 
weeks old when he died ; but his wife bravely assumed the re- 
sponsibility of carrying on the farm, and rearing the family, all 
of whom received a liberal education, the eldest daughter being 
a college graduate. 

His children by the second wife, none by the first — 

Charlotte, b. Sept. 28, 1844; m. March 14, 1866. Tristram L. Webber. 

Clara, b. June 17, 1849; d. June 20, 1868; unmarried. 

Sarah Elizabeth, b. March 31, 1851; m. March 29, 1878, Niles P. 
Johnson; d. April 6, 1898. 

Martha Ellen, b. April 12, 1857; m. Nov. 23, 1888, William R. Ven- 
tres. 

Izates Charles, b. Aug. 26, 1858; m. Oct. 12, 1887, Mary E. Ven- 
tres; d. Oct. 19, 1894. 

Jonathan Coolidge, b. March. 24, 1860; m. April IS, 1886, Kittie O. 
Lyman. 



1*1. ATI: •* 




Al.l'HiiNxi l.AM"'N liuliINi 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 93 

8. CHARLOTTE GODING (7 Jonathan C., 6 Peter, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 WiUiam, 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 
She is a college graduate, and resides in Dexter, Maine. 

Her children — 

Birdie, b. ScpL 18, 1868; d. in Dec. 1868. 

Alice Clara, b. Aug. 10, 1869; m. June S, 1895, Fred R. Wheeler. 

Cecil Hartson, b. Dec. 20, 1870; m. Dec. 20, 189S, Clara Chambers, 

who died Aug. 21, 1900. 
Carrie Isabel, b. April 13, 1872; unmarried. 
Coolidge Langdon, b. Aug. 28, 1873 ; d. Sept. 1873. 
William Langdon, b. Oct. 29, 1875; unmarried. 

Grace Lizzie, b. Feb. 1, 1877; m. Nov. 30, 1899, Horace L. Cyphers. 
John Bertram, b. Nov. 26, 1878; unmarried. 
Elsie Tiana, b. April 20, 1880; unmarried. 
Ernest Eugene, b. SepL 6, 1881 ; unmarried. 
Rose Gertrude, b. Jan. 15, 1883; d. in 1887. 
Horace Leroy, b. March 17. 1884; unmarried. 
Jennie Lillian, b. March 20. 1886; unmarried. 
Louisa Almira, b. Dec. 3, 1891. 

8. SARAH ELIZABETH GODING (7 Jonathan C. 6 Peter, 
5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She, with her husband, moved to Sierraville, Cal., on a 
farm, where both died, he June 22, 1899, and where their chil- 
dren still live. 

Her children — 
Anna Christina, b. March 24, 1879; m. in 1900, Warren Miller. 
August Nicholaus, b. May 18, 1880; m. April 17, 1905, Dell Louise 

Nichols. 
Frank Andrew, b. March 9. 1884. 
Floyd Peter, b. March 9, 1884. 

8. MARTHA ELLEN GODING (7 Jonathan C., 6 Peter, 5 
Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She is the proprietor of the Port Allegany Greenhouses, 
where she is interested in cut flower designing. She has a 
very extensive business in which she is successful. She is an 
intelligent lady, with strong religious convictions, who has taken 
a keen interest in the compilation of this genealogy with a single 
idea as to its accuracy. Her husband is a whip butt and di- 
mension stock manufacturer. 

Her children^ — 
William Izates, b. April 4. 1894. 
Muriel Eliza, b. July 25, 1895. 



94 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 



8. IZATES CHARLES CODING (7 Jonathan C, 6 Peter, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was associated with his brother, J. C, in business until 
his death, which was caused by typhoid fever. 

His children — 

Charles Ventres, b. July 26, 1888; d. Aug. 21, 1889. 

Ernest Coolidge, b. Dec. 9, 1889. 

Arthur Warren, b. May 21, 1890; d. Sept. 27, 1890. 

8. JONATHAN COOLIDCE CODING (7 Jonathan C, 6 
Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

This member of the family in 1880 moved to Pennsylvania, en- 
gaging in the lumber business with McKean & Potter Company, 
which he has carried on until the present time. Always interested 
in public affairs, he has seen his adopted city develop in a very 
healthy manner, due in part, at least, to his own efforts. At present 
he is living on Rockdale Farm, one mile west from Port Allegany, 
containing many hundred acres, which he is endeavoring to make 
a model one. There he holds out a welcome to all members of the 
Coding family. He is a trustee of Liberty Grange, No. 1182, and 
of the First Baptist Church, of Port Allegany. 

His children — 

Leo Vivian, b. Feb. 14, 1887. 

Pearl Gladys, b. May 12, 1891. 

Marguerite, b. July 11, 1898. 

Clarence Neil, b. April 17, 1901 ; d. May 26, 1901. 

7. LOVEWELL CODING (6 Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 
William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was married in Portland, where his first two children were 
born, and from which place he drove a stage to New Hampshire. 
After the railroads were built — they destroyed the stage business — 
he was offered a position as conductor on the line, which he 
refused ; he purchased a farm in Danville, Maine, where he 
died. While he reared a large family, giving them all a good 
education, he left a valuable farm with money in the bank. Two of 
his sons were in the 30th Maine regiment, serving through the war 
of the Rebellion ; at the battle of Cane River, these two sons, Charles 
and Alvin, carried Tristratn Chase Coding from the field, thus sav- 
ing his life. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 95 

His children by the first wife — 
George Henry, b. Aug. 24. 1838; m. 1st Sept. 9. 1861 Lizzie O. Pulsifer; 

2d Sept. 2. 1866, Abbic L. Towers. 
Harrison, b. Sept. 16, 1840; unmarried; d. June 2, 1869; he was a 

farmer. 
Charles, b. Dec. 27, 1842; m. in 1868. Emma Lane; d. Aug. 9. 1868; no 

issue. 
Alvin Leighton, b. Dec. 16, 1844; unmarried; d. May 13, 1868; a school 

teacher. 
Wilham Stanley, b. June 14. 1848; unmarried; d. Oct. 10, 1869. 
Joseph Sawyer, b. July 4, 1850; d. Dec. 3, 1866. 
Horace Franklin, b. Jan. 25, 1854; unmarried; d. March 7, 1871. 

His children by the second wife — 
Charles Mariner, b. July 26. 1872; unmarried; a farmer. 
Ira Coolidge. b. Feb. 9. 1874; m. June 2, 1902, Viola Abby Ross. 

8. GEORGE HENRY GODING (7 Lovewell. 6 Peter. 5 Jona- 

than C, 4 William, 3 William. 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

In his younger days he followed the sea for a while, and. when 
the coimtry needed his services, he enlisted in Company G. 5th 
Maine regiment ; he was rejected by the recruiting surgeon as unfit 
for the arduous duties of campaigning, shortly becoming a top roll 
coverer in a cotton spinning mill. Always an ardent Mason, he is, 
and has been for many years, secretary of the F. &. A. M. Lodge. 
No. 33, while he is the author of a History of Cumberland Lodge, 
F. & A. M.. New Gloucester, Maine, which is one of the recognized 
works of Masonry. To meet him is to meet a man. one who com- 
mands the respect of all who know him. He now lives on his farm, 
in Auburn, Maine. 

His children by the second wife, none by the first — 
Mary Elizabeth, b. June 26. 1867; m. Aug. 15. 1898. Arthur E. Muzzcr. 
Charles Alvin. b. Dec. 1. 1868: m. Nov. 2. 1898. Bertha E. Bangs; no 

issue. 
Lottie Mabel, b. May 24. 1870; unmarried. 
Rose Royal, b. Nov. 2, 1873 ; unmarried. 
Alroy Noyes, b. July 26, 1876; unmarried. 

9. MARY ELIZABETH GODING (8 George H., 7 Lovewell. 6 
Peter, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 William. 2 Henry, I Henry). 
Her husband is one of the firm of "J. W. Carter & Co.," shoe 

manufacturers, of Nashville. Tenn.. where they reside. 

Her children — 
George Aldrich, b. Nov. 2. 1903. 



96 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

8. IRA COOLIDGE GODING (7 Lovewell, 6 Peter, 5 Jonathan 

C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His early life was passed on his father's farm, where he assisted 
in the ordinary work, and attended the local schools. After ac- 
quiring a good education, he learned the trade of millwright, which, 
for a number of years, he has been following in and near Ashcroft, 
Dedham, Mass. He is a bright, scholarly, ambitious young man, 
with plenty of pluck, one who is bound to be heard from. His wife, 
who received the degree of Bachelor of Arts from Boston Univer- 
sity, is a charming lady, a delightful hostess, and a loving wife and 
mother. 

His children — 

Stowell Coolidge, b. June 17, 1904. 

6. JONAS GODING (5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 

Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born and married in Watertown, Mass., his wife being 
a sister of Scarborough Parker, and moved to Maine, settling on 
Moose Hill, in East Livermore, where he lived and died ; he left 
his native State in the latter part of the nineteenth century. As 
with the other members of the family who settled in Maine at an 
early date, he introduced many varieties of apples and pears which 
have made the State of Maine famous. His wife was born July 
27, 1761. 

His children — 

Elizabeth, b. May 27, 1796; d. Sept. 15, 1808. 

Amasa, b. July 23, 1797; m. 1st March 19, 1822, Mary Smith; 2d in 

Dec, 1835, Mrs. Dorcas Rowe ; d. Aug. 4, 1884. 
Esther, b. Aug. 27, 1800; m. March 27, 1823, Daniel VVvman ; d. July 23, 

1885. 
Augusta, b. May 10, 1801; m. Feb. 1, 1821, James Pike; d. June 2, 1871. 
Jonas, b. Aug. 15, 1803; m. 1st June 28, 1830, Mary Pike; 2d Sept. 9, 

1867, Mrs. Almira D. Barton; d. Jan. 24, 1887. 
Amos, b. July 26, 1806; m. Feb. 12, 1832, Lucinda Pike; d. Oct. 6, 1867. 
George, b. Aug. 15, 1808; m. Jan. 1, 1833, Betsy Rumpus; d. Sept. 14, 

1876. 
Elbridge Gerry, b. Oct. 5, 1811; d. Nov. 1, 1830; unmarried. 
Parker, b. July 20, 1813 ; m. in May, 1837, Laura Ross ; d. in 1867. 

7. AMASA GODING (6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 Wil- 

liam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

After his marriage, he moved to Masardis, Maine, where his 
family was reared, and many of his descendents now live. 



iM.A'ri". !> 




-VDI A M ClI AMU.KK. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 97 

His children by the first wife — 

Eliza Ann. b. Feb. 9, 1823; m. Oct. 21, 1841, Samuel Leavitt; d. Feb. 

28. 1905. 
Josephine, b. July 25, 1825; m. 1st April 10, 1847, James Thompson; 

2d in May, 1853, William Morrison ; d. Jan. 25, 1889. 

William Parker, b. Jan. 22, 1828; m. June, 1865, Belinda Kallock; d. 

Harriet Angcline, b. .April 27, 1831; m. Jan. 1, 1855, Andrew Fuller 

Smith. 

Mary, b. March 7, 1833; m. . Scwcll Thurston; d. July 4, 1890. 

Elmira, b. March 4. 1835; m. . Daniel Wyman; d. Dec. 25, 1858. 

His children by the second wife — 

Amasa, b. Feb. 16, 1837; m. 1861. Emelinc Smith; d. Aug. 24, 1894. 
Louann Maria, b. in 1839; d. in Jan.. 1849. 

Llewellyn, b. Aug. 17, 1842; m. , Hannah M. Howes, who died May 

17, 1905. 

8. ELIZ.\ .^N'N GODIXG (7 Amasa. 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 4 
William. 3 William. 2 Henr>'. 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Elsie, b. Sept. 29, 1842; m. Reuben Washburn. 

George, b. June 24. 1844 ; unmarried ; d. 

Josephine, b. May 25, 1846; m. .\ug. 5, 1873, George W. Furbush. 

Winficid Scott, b. March 4. 1848; m. Carrie Levering. 

Myra, b. June 28, 1852; m. in Jan., 1874, Henry Atkinson; d. June 30, 

1879. 
Edward, b. Feb. 8. 1854 ; d. Sept. 20, 1872. 
Charles, b. June 19, 1856: m. Lizzie Severance. 
Arthur, b. Jan. 1, 1859; unmarried. 
Mary Eliza, b. April 18. 1862; m. Patrick B. Lee. 
Oliver, b. Dec. 8, 1866; unmarried. 

8. JOSEPHINE GODING (7 .\masa, 6 Jonas. 5 Jonathan C, 4 

William, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her first husband died October 10, 18.'^9, the second March 
17, 1897. 

Her children by the first husband, none by the second — 

Edwin, b. Feb. 25, 1852; m. Dec. 24, 1878, Zclopha B. Reed. 
Charles, b. Jan. 31, 1856; d. Feb. 2, 1861. 

Josephine, b. April 4, 1857; m. 1st June 7, 1881, George C. Reed; 2d 
June 30, 1894, Frank M. Curtiss. 

8. WILLIAM PARKER GODING (7 Ama.sa, 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He was born and always lived in Masardis, Maine. Some years 

ago he fell from a wagon, from the effects of which he died. 



98 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

His children — 

George ; m. Abbie Kalloch. 

William ; m. Kalloch. 

Nettie ; m. — — Tilley. 
Maria. 

Verda ; m. Chandler. 

Felix. 



8. HARRIET ANGELINE CODING (7 Amasa, 6 Jonas, 5 Jon- 
athan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She is a bright, well preserved lady, who has materially aided 
in preparing this data. Her husband was from Strong, Maine, but 
they have lived in Masardis for many years. 

Her children — 

Alice Frances, b. Oct. 3, 1855 ; d. May 26, 1859. 

Edwin Manley, b. Sept. 12, 1858; m. in 1878, Mina Mitchell; d. May 

17, 1900. 
Addie Frances, b. Sept. 21, 1860; d. Jan. 16, 1863. 
Clara, b. Dec. 13, 1862; d. Jan. 1, 1863. 

Lincoln Stevens, b. Nov. 28, 1864; m. in 1886, Emma Lambert. 
William Irving, b. April 9, 1867; m. Aug. 21, 1897, Clara Hoyt. 
George Franklin, b. Feb. 21, 1871; d. July 21, 1902; unmarried. 

8. MARY CODING (7 Amasa, 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 4 Wil- 
liam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She was born in Masardis, Maine, where she was married, soon 
after moving to Ashland, Maine, where she died. 

Her children — 

Addie; m. John Young. 

Charles. 

Edwin. 

Bert. 

Mary. 

Frank. 



ELMIRA CODING (7 Amasa, 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 4 Wil- 
liam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She died shortly after the birth of her child. 

Her children — 
Arthur; died at about 6 or 7 years of age, of diphtheria. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 



99 



8. AM ASA GODIXG (7 Amasa, 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 4 Wil- 
liam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His children — 
Harris ElsUbrook. 
Clarence. 
Eda. 
Ina. 
Louise. 
Ivaa 

8. LLEWELLYN GODING (7 Amasa, 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 

4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Masardis, Maine, where he always lived, on 
the old homestead. His life has been such as the farmer usually 
lives, full of contentment, his children around him, with plenty of 
this world's goods to satisfy his wants, and preserving the respect 
of his fellow townsmen. He is now proud of being made a grand- 
father by the advent of V'irginia T. Porter, who was bom February 
1, 1905.' 

His children — 

Wallace, b. Dec. 16, 1861 ; d. Dec. 6, 1862. 

Rosa Louann, b. Feb. 2, 1863; m. July 10, 1884, George S. Clayton; d. 
Oct. 25, 1888. 

George Warren, b. Jan. 9, 186S ; m. July 29, 1887. Laura Clark. 

Charles Wallace, b. Nov. 28. 1866; m. July 5. 1891, Mary A. Sawyer 

Lucy Anna, b. Nov. 18, 1867; m. May 31. 1887. Richard Hart. 

Edwin A., b. Nov. 12, 1870; m. Aug. 29, 1896, Minnie Clark. 

Edna A., b. Nov. 12, 1870; m. Jan. 10, 1890, George S. Claj-ton. 

Frederic L., b. Jan. 9. 1874; m. Aug. 12. 1903. Josephine Rowley. 

Martha A., b. May 18, 1877; m. Sept. S, 1896. Horace K. Saunders. 

Eunice E.. b. April 21. 1880; ni. June 6. 1901. Hayward L. Hawkins. 

Arthur H., b. April 3, 1884; m. Sept. 18, 1904, Carrie I. Murphy. 

9. ROSA LOUANN GODING (8 Llewellyn, 7 Amasa. 6 Jonas, 

5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
William, b. April 24, 1888; d. Sept. 20, 1893. 

9. GEORGE WARREN GODING (8 Llewellyn, 7 Amasa, 6 
Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He was born in Masardis, Maine. After reaching his majority 
he went to California, where he entered the carpenter business. He 
is now foreman of bridge carpenters for one of the railways of that 
State, and resides in Healdsburg. He is a master workman who 
has the ability to govern men. hence his services are always in 
demand. 



loo GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

His children — 

Mabel Rose, b. Nov. 16, 1&S8; unmarried. 
Ralph Edwin, b. May 31, 1890; d. Jan. 23, 1891. 
Blaine Clark, b. Sept. 7, 1891. 

9. CHARLES WALLACE GODING (8 Llewellyn, 7 Amasa, 6 
Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

His children — 
Mary E., b. Aug. 13, 1892. 
Lucy H., b. Dec. 16, 1894. 
Ivy M., b. Oct. 7, 1897. 
Tessie A., b. Feb. 26, 1900. 
Louis A., b. Dec. 29, 1902. 

9. LUCY ANNA GODING (8 Llewellyn, 7 Amasa, 6 Jonas, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Estella M., b. June 16, 1888; m. April 15, 1904, Jacob Porter. 
Charles W., b. Feb. 17, 1891. 
Herbert H., b. Nov. 15. 1893. 
Alice M., b. April 2, 1895. 
Clive v., b. Aug. 25, 1898. 
Eunice H., b. May 1, 1900. 
Myrtle E., b. July 7, 1901. 
Pearl R., b. March 16, 1905. 

9. EDWIN A. GODING (8 Llewellyn, 7 Amasa, 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His children — 

Jennie B., b. March 21, 1897. 
Marion I., b. Aug. 20, 1899. 
Grace Lenore, b. June 22, 1901. 
Edwin A., b. Jan. 4, 1903. 
Kenneth W., b. June 26, 1905. 

9. EDNA A. GODING (8 Llewellyn, 7 Amasa, 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Alma M., b. Nov. 6, 1891. 
George L., b. Jan. 12, 1893. 
Hazel M., b. July 30, 1894. 
John A., b. Oct. 31, 1895. 
Irvin M., b. Oct. 27, 1899. 
Fred L., b. May 15, 1900. 



I'l.ATi: II) 





Ai.fiioNsii Cii \Nm.KK rmnisi;. 



< IsiAK WlXllH.li filllUNi 





.\|i|A Ilil.MAN. 



M \UK Al.l'llnNMi W AlLUlInr>K. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIXC FAMILY ,oi 

9. MARTHA A. CODING (8 Llewellyn, 7 Amasa. 6 Jonas, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 

Vera, b. March 24, 1897. 
Byril, b. August, 1902. 

9. EUNICE E. CODING (8 Llewellyn, 7 Amasa, 6 Jonas, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Pearl H., b. Jan. 30, 1902; <1. Sept. 10, 1904. 

9. ARTHUR H. (;ODI\G (8 Llewellyn, 7 Amasa, 6 Jonas. 5 
Jonathan C. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henn,). 

His chiltlren — 
Reginald L., b. Feb. 1, 1905. 

7. ESTHER CODING (6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 
William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

One writes of her: "She was a wonderfully jjood woman, 
benevolent and kind, and a saint on earth, the world beinp better 
for her havinp lived." What better could be said of any one? She 
lived in Mt. Vernon. 

Her children — 
Klizabcth, b. Feb. 14. 1824; m. .Vbram Smith; d. Nov. 2. 1890. 
Susan, b. Oct. 24, 1825: m. 1st Solon Davenport; 2d Peter Albec. 
Emeline, b. Dec. 11, 1827; tn. George Carr. 
Charles, b. .^pril 23. 1830; m. Dianthia Carr. 

Daniel, b. June 15, 1832; m. 1st Elmira Coding (sec 6 Amasa) ; 2d (?) 
Esther, b. Nov. 23, 1835: m. 1st Mr Dav; 2d Jonathan Rolph; d. in 

1895. 
John, b. June 23, 1838; m. 1st .\nnie Trask ; 2d Eldora Barker; d. Sept. 

2, 1905. 
♦Parker Coding, b. April 21. IJOO; m. Jan. 29. 1864, Violanta Rollins; d. 

April 12, 1906. 
Uroxa, b. April 10, 1842; unmarried. 

7. AUGUSTA CODING (6 Jonas. 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 
William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband belonged to Livermore Falls, and lived in Jay 
and Wilton, Maine; he died about 1875, at the hoine of his son, 
Jonas, in Livermore Falls. James and Sylviro live in Fayette, 
William in Mt. Vernon. 



' Parker Coding was in the civil war. 



I02 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

Her children — 

Seth Bemus, b. Jan. 14, 1821; d. June 2, 1848; unmarried. 

Cornelius, b. Dec. 26. 1823; d. March 14, 1837. 

Esther Ann, b. Jan. 24, 1826; m. March 29, 1851, Enoch L. Farrington; 

d. June 2, 1900. 
Mariah Augtista, b. Sept. 1, 1827; m. March 11, 1847, William A. 

Walker. 
Miranda Dudley, b. July 12, 1829; m. Feb. 27, 1847, Benjamin C. Cum- 

mings; d. Nov. 7, 1852. 
William Snow, b. Oct. 18, 1831; m. 1st Feb. 23, 1856, Nancy Morrill; 2d 

Miss Campbell. 
Jonas Coding, b. Sept. 5, 1833; m. May 16, 1858, Lucretia Smith. 
James Monroe, b. July 12, 1836; m. Aminiah Walker. 
Lucinda Eliza, b. July 15, 1839; m. Feb. 8, 1857, Lorenzo D. Hustin. 
Sylviro Viranus, b. Dec. 1, 1841; m. March 20, 1869, Mary Bisbee; d. 

Dec. 3, 1901. 

7. JONAS CODING (6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 Wil- 

liam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

For many years he lived in Farmington, Maine, where he died. 
His son, Zeri, went to Minnesota, and was in the carriage manu- 
facturing business for a time, then moved to Kansas. His first wife 
died in June, 1862. He was a farmer. 

His children — 

Joseph Alfred, b. June 8, 1831; m. Nov. 22, 1871, Lucy I. Crockett; d. 

Nov. 10, 1893. 
Zeri Pike, b. Sept. 4, 1833; unmarried; d. Jan. 3, 1867. 
Amasa, b. June 10, 1836; unmarried; d. Jan. 31, 1903. 
Mary Roselia, b. Nov. 16, 1841; m. April 10, 1863, Allen Howard; d. 

Jan. 21, 1867. 
Jonas Nathan, b. Nov. 4, 1845; m. Dec. 11, 1870, Lenora Butterfield. 

8. JOSEPH ALFRED CODING (7 Jonas, 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan 

C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He went to Minnesota, in 1858, settling on a homestead in Mc- 
Leod county, which he made his home until the War of the Re- 
bellion started. He enlisted at Ft. Ridgley, where the settlers were 
defending themselves against the Indians, in Company B, 4th Min- 
nesota regiment, serving as quartermaster sergeant, and was in the 
siege of Vicksburg, under General Sherman. His health failing, 
he was discharged, and traveled for many years hoping to regain 
it. He sold his home, removing to Dassel, Alinn., and married a 
Virginia lady, residing there tuitil his death, his widow and younger 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 103 

His children — 
Alma Edith, b. Feb. 20, 1873; m. Jan. 28, 1891, Orrin VV. Topping. 
Harry Lcc, b. Dec. 24, 1881; m. Jan. 1, 1903. Edna Massey; no issue. 
Guy Crockett, b. July 19, 1892. 

9. ALMA EDITM GODIXG (8 Joseph A., 7 Jonas, 6 Jonas, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 
She is a bright lady, who has great interest in her father's 
family history. She, with her brothers, was educated in the Dassel 
public schools, and after finishing there taught for two years. Her 
brother, Harry, is in business at Milan, Minn., while she resides 
in Ironwood, Mich. 

Her children — 
Ra}-mond Harold, b. Aug. 11, 189Z 
Forrest Herbert, b. May 11, 1894. 
Estclla Louise, b. March 13, 1901. 

8. AMASA GODING (7 Jonas. 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C. 4 Wil- 
liam, 3 William, 2 Henr>-, 1 Henry). 
He served three years, during the civil war, in Company A, 3d 

regiment, Massachusetts Cavalrj. 

8. MARY ROSELLA GODING (7 Jonas. 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan 
C, 4 William, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Walter, b. in Oct., 1864; d. Jan. 31, 1867. 

8. JONAS NATHAN GODING (7 Jonas, 6 Jonas. 5 Jonathan 

C, 4 William, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was married at Bean's Corner, his wife belonging to Jay, 
Maine, and settled in Livermore Falls, where he conducted a farm 
and operated a wheelwright shop, for many years. His health fail- 
ing, he moved to Topsham, where his daughters live, and he will 
make his future home. His wife has made every effort to complete 
the record of this branch, for which all owe her a debt of gratitude. 
Both are highly respected. 
His children — 

Roselia Lillian, b. Jan. 9, 1872; m. Dec. 29, 1892, George A. Wardwell; 
no issue. 

Elva Almira, b. Sept. 18, 1875; m. Sept. 11, 1897, Frank C. Barker. 

Leola Genevieve, b. Sept. 30, 1891. 

9. ROSELIA LILLIAN GODING (8 Jonas N., 7 Jonas, 6 Jonas, 

5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Willis Harold, b. Nov. 29, 1905. 



I04 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

9. ELVA ALMIRA GODING (8 Jonas N., 7 Jonas, 6 Jonas, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Louis Whitcomb, b. Dec. 24, 1900. 
Madaline Ethylen, b. Oct. 13, 1902. 

7. AMOS GODING (6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 Wil- 
liam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Owning and managing a fine farm in Dryden, Maine, he was 
also a stone mason, some splendid examples of his handicraft are 
still to be seen in the vicinity. When the railway was projected 
through the town, he immediately initiated a movement among his 
fellow townsmen for its completion, investing heavily by purchas- 
ing its bonds. He did not believe that the road would be a financial 
success, but felt that it would indirectly enhance the value of real 
estate, and be a convenience to the people. Ever ready to take a 
leading part in every public movement, he always subscribed 
freely if funds were required. But the chief question that occu- 
pied his thoughts was the upbuilding of the public schools, and 
advancing the standard of education, which were realized in the 
completion of the college at Dryden. His children were all finely 
educated, many of them teachers, some of whom have risen to 
high positions in life. While his influence for good was recognized 
during his life, its effect will last for ages. 

Of the early years of Amos Coding we have little record, ex- 
cept such as is incident to all newly settled regions. The time de- 
voted to study was mostly in the winter months, and the cold two 
miles' walk to school over Moose Hill was one of the memories 
of his childhood. After a few years' work among relations in 
Maine, he went to Ouincy, Mass., and became interested in the 
granite business. He married Lucinda Pike, of East Livermore, 
in 1832. He worked at Hollowell, and there met with a painful ac- 
cident, causing him months of suffering. 

After his recovery, he purchased a lot of land in Jay, Maine. 
With the same perseverance and energy noticeable all through his 
life, he soon had smooth fields, comfortable buildings, orchards and 
good roads. He was determined his children should have everj' 
advantage possible to fit them for useful citizens. He connected 
himself with educational, agricultural and political societies. 

In early manhood he joined the "Second Free Will" Baptist 

Church. He had no "sectarian spirit," his influence was for good. 

"The White House" was a favorite resort for old and young, 

and the first day of June was called "Children's Day." Perhaps 



PI, ATI'; II 




Mu>. I'. \\ . lilililM,. Lllll.llKKN AMI (il<AMK IllLll. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 105 

there are some old soldiers who still remember the farmer who 
came to camp at Augusta with his wagon load of fruit, and his 
invitation to every soldier to help themselves, which was a glad 
greeting to the homesick boys. 

His oldest son, Gerry, was buried in his suit of "blue," in New 
York. His favorite daughter died soon after. These served to 
shorten his life, and after si.\ weeks of intense suffering died 
October 6, 1867, in the home he had builded, surrounded by wife, 
children and grandchildren. 

His children — 

Mary Elizabeth, b. June 3, 1832; m. April 3. 1SS5. lsa.ic Bean. 

Gerry Parker, b. Dec. 10, 1835; m. April 15. 1859, Mary S. Keep; A. 
Feb. 23, 1864. 

r:mnia Liicinda, b. March 30, 1838; A. Feb. 1, 1843. 

Mclvina Lconorc, b. Oct. 16, \m)\ m. July 4, 1859, Samuel H. Small: 
tl. July II, 1864. 

Florilla Barker, b. Aug. 16, 1842; m. M.iy 3. 1866, Gu.stavus Pease; d. 
April 12, 1888. 

Celinda Eldridgc, b. Feb. 17, 1844; m. May 16, 1872, Sylvanu-s W. Bur- 
bank. 

Joseph Augustus, b. Feb. 2, 1848; m. May 14, 1872, Sarah Elizabeth 
Noble. 

George Amos, b. Sept. 16, 1852; m. Sept. S, 1878, Alice Rachel Magrew. 

8. M.ARY ELIZ.XnRTH CODINT, (7 .Xmos, 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She attended the schools of Jay, and the high school at Chester. 
Maine, afterward teaching a number of terms with e.xcellent suc- 
cess in schools, with a very large attendance. Bright and intelli- 
gent, she has continued her interest in the earlier work, reading 
only the best books. Her memory is still good, she being able to 
supply much of the data used here. Kindly, hospitable, interest- 
ing, she has ilone her work and has done it well. Her husband is 
a very genial gentlemen, who has a fine farm on which is a black- 
smith and wagon shop. Her son, Walter, lives on the farm, both 
he and his estimable wife doing all in their power to make the 
stranger comfortable. 

Her children — 

Hattie Lucinda, b. M.iy 11, 1858; m. April 4, 1891. Horace Peircc. 
Lora Elizabeth, b. Aug. 1, 1860; m. Nov. 9, 1876, Rosalvin Robbins. 
Sherman Isaac, b. Jan. 7, 1865; m. Minnie .Vverill. 
Walter Dearborn, b. Feb. 7, 1867; m. May 18, 1897, Dora Pike. 
Celinda Lavina, b. Jan. 17, 1869; m. Nov. 28, 1895, Fred Pike. 



io6 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

8. GERRY PARKER CODING (7 Amos, 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan 

C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He enlisted in the 28th Maine regiment, was sent to the hos- 
pital, in New York, where he died. His wife later married Otis 
Sewell, of Wilton, Maine. Prior to the war he was a farmer. Es- 
tella's husband was a member of the Maine Legislature. 

His children — 
Jessie, b, Jan. 18, 1860; m. Nov. 27, 1877, Willis N. Sewell. 
Estella Frances, b. Feb. 15, 1862; m. Dec. 25, 1901, Hon. Newell Knol- 
ton ; no issue. 

9. JESSIE GODING (8 Gerry P., 7 Amos, 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan 

C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Herbert Willis, b. Oct. 26, 1878; unmarried. 
Gertrude, b. Feb. 4, 1880; m. 1st Nov. 5, 1898, Mr. Finney; 2d Sept. 18, 

1904, Vernon Young. 
Dana Oliver, b. Nov. 25, 1882; unmarried. 

8. MELVINA LEONORE GODING (7 Amos, 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 
than C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her eldest son is a professor in the State Normal School, Osh- 

kosh, Wisconsin, her youngest being a jeweler. 

Her children — 
Maurice Herman, b. March 18, 1860; m. Dec. 30, 1903, Lillian J. Cox. 
Melvina Arvilla, b. Sept. 8, 1862; m. Dec. 27, 1884, Dr. Victor Merritt. 
Charles Gerry, b. May 10, 1864; m. 

8. FLORILLA BARKER GODING (7 Amos, 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 
than C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her early married life was passed on a farm; after her death 

her husband moved to Bath, Maine, where he is employed in the 

post ofifice. 

Her children — 
Lester William, b. April 29, 1867; m. April 28, 1905, Bertha Cumniings. 
Minnie Florilla, b. Sept. 2, 1868; unmarried. 
John Arnold, b. Nov. 14, 1869. 

Gustavus Warren, b. June 15, 1871 ; m. April 13, 1902, Bessie Clark. 
Roger Leon, b. March 19, 1875 ; m. March 28, 1897, Olive Small. 
Irving, b. Sept. 11, 1876; unmarried. 
Sarah Lucinda, b. Sept. 2, 1881 ; unmarried. 

8. CELINDA ELDRIDGE GODING (7 Amos, 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 
than C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Mrs. Burbank resides in Livermore Falls. Maine. She is an 

intelligent, well educated lad\-, who has rendered valuable assist- 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 107 

ance in supplying data for this work. Her husband, formerlv a 
prominent business man of Livermore Falls, through ill health has 
been compelled to desist from labor. 

Her children — 

Elzada Celinda, b. Aug. 29, 1873; m. May 26, 1900. David Collins. 
Herbert Weston, b. June 30. 1875; m. Aug. 4, 1903, Julia M. Gamache. 
Orah Josiah, b. Jan. 19, 1877: m. Nov. 23, 1903, Jennie A. Wheeler. 
Thomas Angelo, b. April 20, 1879; m. Jan. 30, 1901, Maud B. Pratt. 
Harold Gerry, b. June 12, 1881 ; d. Dec. 27, 1892. 
Josiah Franklin, b. June 27, 1888. 

8. JOSEPH AUGUSTUS CODING (7 Amos, 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 

than C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henrj-, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Jay, Maine, working on his father's farm and 
attending the town school for some years, later entering on a course 
of study at the State Normal School, at Farmington. From that 
institution he was graduated in June, 1868, teaching for several 
years in the schools of Maine and Illinois, in 1882 being elected 
superintendent of schools for Mercer county, in the latter State. 
Still moving westward, he reached South Dakota in 1889, soon after 
being elected cashier of the Bank of Canton. Realizing that he was 
now qualified for action in a larger sphere, he became identified 
with extensive corporations, at the present time being secretary- 
treasurer of the Petersburg Lumbering and Manufacturing Com- 
pany of Petersburg, Alaska, also manager of the store department 
of the W. P. & Y. Railway, with headquarters at Skaguay, Alaska. 
In the prime of life occupying high positions, the future is full of 
promise for him. A worthy son of an honored sire. The husband 
of his daughter, Delia, after graduating from the University of 
Minnesota, entered upon tlic practice of law. 

His children — 

Lena, b. July 3, 1873; m. Aug. 26, 1896, William J. MacMurtry. 
Clara, b. June 6. 187S ; m. July 18, 1899. John R. Van Clcvc. 
Bertha, b. Aug. 2, 1877 ; m. March 2, 1903, A. Stanley Bishoprick. 
Delia, b. March 26, 1879; m. June 14, 1902, Homer W. Stevens; no 

issue. 
Maurice Ray, b. Aug. 6. 1881 ; unmarried. An engineer. 
Joseph Arthur, b. June 14, 1888. A student. ^ 

9. LENA CODING (8 Joseph A.. 7 Amos, 6 Jonas. 5 Jonathan 
C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

Her husband is Creek instructor, and dean of Yankton Col- 
lege, Yankton, S. D. 



Io8 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

Her chikiren — 
Elizabeth, b. Nov. 14, 1899. 
Wilfred Arthur, b. June 5, 1901. 
Herbert, b. Sept. 2, 1904. 

9. CLARA GODING (8 Joseph A., 7 Amos, 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan 
C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her husband is master mechanic of the Alaska Central Rail- 
way. YLer children- 
Charlotte, b. June 8, 1900. 
Margaret, b. March 14, 1904. 

9. BERTHA GODING (8 Joseph A., 7 Amos, 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her husband is in the lumber business. 

Her children — 
Stanley, b. May 2, 1904. 

8. GEORGE AMOS GODING (7 Amos, 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 

4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born and educated in Jay, Maine. Realizing that the 
opportunities were much greater in the west, he early located there, 
engaging in the butcher business in Aledo, and Viola, Illinois, where 
he has reared his family, giving each of his children a good educa- 
tion, and is now independent. His son, Gerry, is in the United 
States army, having enlisted from Fort Riley, Kansas, January 2, 
1905. His wife is a native of \'iola. 
His children — 

Mark Alton, b. Sept. 4, 1879; m. Jan. 25, 1905, Susanna B. Stancliflf. 

Gerry Ozro, b. Nov. 17, 1881 ; unmarried. 

James Franklin, b. Aug. 4, 1884; d. July 25, 1885. 

Neva Margaret, b. Feb. 19, 1886; unmarried. 

Homer George, b. April 19, 1890. 

Ruth Alice, b. Oct. 18, 1892. 

7. GEORGE GODING (6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C. 4 William, 3 
William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born on Moose Hill, East Livermore, Maine, and mar- 
ried in the same county, moving to Lowell, Mass., in 1838. He 
was in the employ of the Lowell Bleachery Company for 18 years, 
and on severing his connection with that company, established a 
business of manufacturing oakum, which he conducted until his 
mill was destroyed by fire. He then embarked in the contracting 
business, which he followed until his death, in Lowell. His wife 
was born June 30, 1812, and died November 15, 1884. 



^O^K?^ 




l^S 





GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 109 

His children — 

Elbridge Gerry, b. Feb. 1, 1834; m. Oct. 25, 1878, Lucy A. Huntoon. 
George Gancelo, b. Aug. 28, 1836; m. 1st Feb. 13, 1870, Nancy P. Wil- 
liams; 2d Dec. 22, 1872, Lydia A. Williams. 
William Wallace, b. Jan. 2, 1843; d. Aug. 25, 1844. 
Susan W. (adopted), b. Aug. 18, 1845; m. March 10, 1863, A. W. Carll. 

8. ELBRIDGE GERRY GODIN'G (7 George. 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

In his youth, Elbridge spent his summers on coasting and fish- 
ing vessels, attending the schools during the winters. On March 17, 
1852, he commenced his first long voyage, going to California via 
Cape Horn, where he spent a few months at the mines. Continu- 
ing a seafaring life until November, 1866. he visited Europe thir- 
teen times, six voyages around Cape Horn, six times around the 
Cape of Good Hope, crossed the equator twenty-five times, and 
visited many parts of China, India and Australia, attaining the 
position of chief oflficer. lie then .served his time as apprentice to 
the plasterers' trade, which he followed until 1876, when he moved 
to Seattle, Wash., where he married, and engaged in steamboating. 
He followed in that line for more than twenty years, has been cap- 
tain and owner of two steamers, and captain of many others. Sev- 
eral years ago he became interested in shipbuilding, in which he 
has been very successful. He has no children. 

8. GEORGE Ci.WCELO CODING (7 George, 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 William. 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

In 1856 George left his home for Illinois, where, in .^dams and 
Jo Davies counties, he passed the following three years, then start- 
ing for Pike's Peak. In the fall of 1859 he reached Texas and en- 
gaged in farming and stock raising. When the War of the Re- 
bellion started, in 1861, he cast his fortunes with the South and 
enlisted in the Confederate army, serving four years. He was in 
many hard fought battles, but was not wounded nor captured, al- 
though his clothes were pierced with bullets, and on one occasion 
the top of his hat was cut of? by a cannon ball. At the close of 
the war he returned to Grayson county, Texas, and engaged in 
freighting and stock raising, which he has since followed, together 
with bee keeping and insurance. 

His children by the first wife — 

Nancy P., b. Dec. 14, 1870; m. Dec. 18, 1892, L. A. Brown; d. Jan. IS, 
1871. 



no GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

His children by the second wife — 
Mary Elizabeth, b. Sept. 13, 1873; m. Feb. 20, 1898, F. M. Foster. 
Sallie F., b. July 10, 1875; unmarried. 
Eula v., b. Aug. 15, 1877; unmarried. 
Stella S., b. Dec. 2, 1878; d. Feb. 14, 1880. 
An infant, b. Dec. 2, 1878; d. Dec. 2, 1878. 
Nora G., b. Dec. 7, 1880; m. Dec. 15, 1901, J. U. Hughes. 

9. NANCY P. GODING (8 George G.. 7 George, 6 Jonas, 5 
Jonathan C., 4 WilHam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her husband is the proprietor of a blacksmith shop. 

Her children — 
Nelson G. 
Floyd. 
Fred. 
Ramon. 
Pauline. 

9. MARY ELIZABETH GODING (8 George G., 7 George, 6 
Jonas, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William,2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
; Her husband is a dentist and resides in Leonard, Texas. They 
have no children. 

9. NORA G. GODING (8 George G., 7 George, 6 Jonas, 5 Jona- 
than C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her husband is a farmer. 

Her children — 
Jewel. 

7. PARKER GODING (6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 

William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He moved to Illinois about 1840, and settled 14 miles east of 
Quincy, where he engaged in farming and stock raising until 1856, 
when he moved to Jo Davies county to enter commercial life ; after 
three years he moved to Texas, following the same business until 
1860, when he returned to Warren, Illinois, where he died. His 
wife died in 1879, aged 68. 

His children — 
Henry West, b. Jan. 14, 1838; m. Sept. 13, 1868, Ella Field; d. in Sept., 

1903. 
Jonas, b. Jan. 14, 1840; m. Feb. 28, 1862, Sarah A. Conley. 
Marcellus, b. Jan., 1849; d. in 1874. 
Luther, b. June 1. 1854; (was murdered in 1879.) 
George, b. in 1856; died in infancy. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY m 

8. HEXRY WEST GODIXG (7 Parker, 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 

4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

He was born in Livermore, Maine, going to Warren, in 1856, 
where he soon joined the Baptist Church, of which he was deacon 
for many years. He held the office of superintendent of the Sunday 
School, chorister, trustee, teacher of the Bible class, leader of the 
prayer meeting, "and was always true and faithful, whether there 
were few or many to stand by." He enlisted in Company K. 96th 
Illinois Volunteers, in 1862, and served three years, being discharged 
as 1st sergeant. He was slightly wounded in the battle of Look- 
out Mountain, and was spoken of by his comrades as a brave and 
faithful soldier. He was an aggressive abolitionist, risking his 
life to uphold its principles. After the war he taught school for 
several years, was collector of ta.xcs, and baggage master of the 
Illinois Central Railway for fifteen years. His wife and family 
survive him. 

His children — 

Burton Field, b. ; d. Sept. 22, 1883; unmarried. 

Myra Lute, b. ; died in infancy. 

OcofRc Krnest. 

Myron Lyman. 

Ella Bessie. 

8. JONAS GODING (7 Parker, 6 Jonas, 5 Jonathan C, 4 Wil- 
liam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He was born in Illinois, living in that State for many years. 

He is now a well-to-do farmer, residing in Viola, Neb., where he 

is highly respected and esteemed. 

His children — 
Laura, b. Dec. 10. 1862; d. Sept. 19, 1902. 
Hcnr)-. b. July 14, 186». 
John Conlcy, b. March 12, 1867. 
Eva. b. Dec. 1869. 

Parker, b. Aug. S. 1874; died in infancy. 
Jonas, b. April 3, 1876. 
Mattic, b. Feb. 12, 1879. 
Luther L., b. July 1. 1884. 

6. SPENCER GODING (5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 

Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Watertown. Mass., and married in Jay, Maine, 
having gone to that town with his father. He walked from Water- 
town to Maine, his wife riding on a horse beside him; and after 
reaching there he attempted to reclaim some wild land, but seeing 



112 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

that too much valuable time was lost he purchased an improved 
farm in Livermore, Maine, where his children were born and the 
rest of his days were passed. He was a successful farmer. He 
was a deeply relig-ious man, a Baptist, who frequently filled the 
pulpit in the absence of the regular pastor. Universally respected, 
he departed this life, having fought a good fight and kept the faith. 

His children — 
Hannah, b. March 3, 1797 ; m. Nov. 20, 1823, Nathaniel Harmon ; d. Feb. 

3, 1897. 
Zebulon, b. Feb. 24, 1^99; m. 1st in 1828, Mary Ann Young; 2d Syrena 

Killbreth, in 185^; d. Feb. 3, 1875. 
Rhoda, b. in 1801; d. in 1801. 
Rhoda, b. Jan. 9, 1802; m. Sept. 19, 1826, Asa Coding (see 7 Asa) ; d. 

Jan. 2, 1839. 
Esther Lovewell, b. Jnue 24, 1804 ; m. May 1, 1825. Granville Child ; d. 

May 27, 1898. 
Richard Rawson, b. July 17, 1806; m. Feb. 21, 1829; Betsy Beals; d. 

Sept. 22, 1846. 
Samuel Merrill, b. Oct. 17, 1810; unmarried; d. in Aug., 1836. 
Daniel, b. March 24, 1814: m. April 30, 1843, Mary Stetson; d. March 

27, 1899. 
Charles, b. March 20, 1816; drowned June 24. 1843; unmarried. 
Jane M., b. Sept. 2, 1821; d. May 1, 1886; unmarried. 

7. HANN.'VH GODING (6 Spencer, S Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 

William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

After Hannah was married they settled in Livermore, Maine, 
on a farm ; but at the outbreak of the war they moved to Brocton. 
Mass., living there eight years, then returning to Maine, settling 
in Auburn, Canton and Livermore, in turn. In the latter place her 
husband died, December 27, 1884, the date of his birth being No- 
vember 8, 1793. After his death she returned to Brocton, residing 
with her daughter, Martha, until her death. She joined the Baptist 
Church in 1810, and had a clear recollection of the War of 1812. 
She was an earnest reader of the Bible and other books, and nearly 
up to the time of her death was physically well, her intellect un- 
impaired, with an ever ready speech. Sainuel was a manufacturer 
of sash, doors and blinds, and was a sutler in the army; he was 
also a hotel manager, having a restaurant at the World's Fair, at 
St. Louis. Persia served in a Massachusetts regiment during the 
Rebellion, then was in the silver mines of Nevada, retiring wealthy. 
Alpheus served in a Massachusetts regiment as captain, afterward 
being high sheriff in Plymouth, Mass., for many years. Levi en- 
listed in an independent company, in Chicago, serving three months 
in the War of the Rebellion ; after serving the period of his enlist- 



I'l. \Ti: i:t 





I M KK \-f * ' mi'l M 



J \NK I'llll.llUK K ( IcilUNc 




.«•« #«^>v 







F.rr.ENE BicELow GoniNO. F.mkks()N Fi <;kne (".ohinc.. 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 113 

ment, he returned to his native State and re-enlisted in the 29th 
Maine regiment as second heutenant, being promoted for galiantrj' 
to first lieutenant, then to captain, eventually becoming major. She 
brought up a bright, intelligent family, and passed away at almost 
100 years of age, her life being made up of noble deeds. 
Her children — 
Sarah, b, Oct. 6. 1824; d. April 15, 1825. 
Mary France.'!, b. Jan. 8, 1826; m. Nov. 20. 1842. Jonathan Chcnery; d. 

June 22. 1886; he d. July 16, 1888. 
Alphcus King, b. May 31. 1827; m. 1st Dec. 16. 1848, Leonora Smith; 

2d July 16, 1888, Clara S. Bates ; d. July 23, 19(M. 
Samuel Bickford, b. Oct. IS. 1828; m. 1st March 20, 1851, Mercy A. 

Jones ; 2d Aur. 14, 1866, Lydia W. French. 
Persia Bickford, b. July 9, 1831 ; m. 1st Sept. IS, 1856, Lydia P. Black- 
well ; 2d Oct. 2, 1897, Sarah B. Maxim ; d. Jan. 18. 1892. 
Martha Bickford. b. Feb. 13, 1835; m. March 15, 1864, Harrison Morse; 

d. June 26. 1903. 
Levi Walker, b. Dec. 17, 1837; m. Aug. 14, 1866, Lucretia G. Chenery; 
d. May 4, 1876. 

7. ZERULON' GODIN'G (6 Spencer, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 

William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He is a well known farmer of Livermore, Maine, where he 
lived and died, respected by all. 

His children by the first wife — 
Ann Augusta, b. Sept. 10, 1829; m. July 17, 1879, Daniel Walters; d. 

in March. 1884; no issue. 
Arabellc Rawson, b. Sept. 13, 1831 ; m. March 1, 1860, Elijah W. Dolley. 
Mary Elizabeth, b. Aug. 23, 1832; m. in 1852, Nelson W. Richardson; 

d. Oct. 12, 1883. 
Roscoe Green, b. Aug. 23, 1835; m. Nov. 22, 1863, Ella M. Gibbs; d. 

June 23, 1894. 

His children by the second wife — 
Estella, b. Sept. 16, 1856; d. Nov. 16, 1858. 

8. ARABELLE RAWSON CODING (7 Zebulon, 6 Spencer, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henr>')- 
After her marriage, with her hu.sband she went to California, 

during the gold excitement, and lived for several years in a mining 
town in Sierra county. In 1876 they purchased a farm in Artesia, 
in the southern part of the State, also establishing a meat market. 
In 1892 they moved to Whittier where they now reside. Her son, 
Leland, is the proprietor of a meat market in Long Beach. Cal., 
where he enjoys a large and growing trade, while his brother, Wil- 
mer, is in a similar business in Whittier. 



114 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

Her children — 
Elroy Stanford, b. June 1, 1862; d. Nov. 16, 1884: unmarried. 
Leland Forest, b. Sept. 22, 1867; m. March 12, 1891, Mary E. Pearce. 
Wilmer Morton, b. Dec. 23, 1872; m. Jan. 25, 1898, Harriet Thurman. 

8 MARY ELIZABETH CODING (7 Zebulon, 6 Spencer, 5 

Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband was the proprietor of a farm on which market 
vegetables were a specialty, in Westbrook, Maine, leavmg a splen- 
did inheritance to his children. 
Her children — 

Clara Isabel, b. Nov. 28, 1854; m. in 1879, Arthur C. Frost. 

Cora Elizabeth, b. Dec. 17, 1856; m. in 1879, Sumner C. Dennett. 

Helen Marr, b. Dec. 23, 1860; m. in 1884, Fred O. Frost. 

Mabelle Florence, b. April 6, 1865; m. in 1899, Edwin W. Richardson; 
d. in 1903. 

Walter N., b. May 28, 1868; m, in 1894, Maude L. Weld. 

Winnifred P., b. May 5, 1872; d. Dec. 16, 1879. 

8. ROSCOE GREEN GODING (7 Zebulon. 6 Spencer, 5 Jona- 
than C.. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
For many years he was a very successful general store keeper 
at Livermore Corner, Maine; some years before his death his place 
of business was destroyed by fire, in which the family records of 
Spencer were burned. His wife has very kindly supplied the data 
required. 

His children — 
Mary Ann, b. Nov. 22, 1865; m. Sept. 12, 1892, Ellis Dunham. 
Ernest Adelbert, b. Nov. 27, 1869; m. May 2, 1892, Adeline Jones; no 
issue. 
9 MARY ANN CODING (8 Roscoe C.. 7 Zebulon, 6 Spencer, 
5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Her husband is in the plumbing business in Stamford, Conn. 
He is studying theology, preparing for the ministry. 
Her children — 
Vesta Ellen, b. April 10, 1896. 
Roscoe Coding, b. May 28, 1898. 
Ella May, b, March 11, 1901. 
Rebecca Milicent, b. Oct. 25, 1902. 

7. ESTHER LOVEWELL CODING (6 Spencer, 5 Jonathan C, 

4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband was a farmer and stock dealer of Livermore, 
Maine. The following sons were in the War of the Rebellion: 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIXG FAMILY 115 

Henry O. dierl in a military hospital. Harrison was a soldier. 
George V. served in Company K, 2d Maine Cavalry. Her son, 
Lucius, was also in the war. She was a kindly lady, loved by her 
neighbors, and lived to an extreme age, her faculties being retained 
almost to the last. 

Her children — 

Edwin Bertram, b. in 1826; m. 1st Melissa Davis; 2d Dec. 31, 1874, 

Mary O. Wing. 
Henry Oscar, I), in 1829; m. Rowcna Wing; died during the war. 
Clarinda, b. Jan. 1, 1829; m. 1st Doc. 31, 1847, John Putnam; 2d Levi 

Adkins; d. M.iy 22, 1888. 
Louisa Merrill, b. Oct. 30, 1830; m. July 3, 1SS5, John Coding (see 7 

John). 
Lucius Lorin, b. in 1833; unmarried; killed in the battle of Cold Harbor. 
Charles Washburn, b, July H. 1835; m. Rosclla Rowe ; d. Jan. 1, 1881. 
Martha Maria, b. in 1836; m. 1st Nelson Robbins; 2d Charles Coombs. 
Elizabeth Ann, b. .-Xug. 16, 1837; m. Oct. 6, 1855, Aaron S. Larrabee; 

he died June 25, 1904. 
Harrison, b. in 1840; unmarried; d. in California. 
George Vinton, b. Jan. 10, 1842; m. in 1865, Frances Hopkins; d. Oct. 

31, 1865, 
Granville F-itchland. b. April 16, 18*3; m. Oct. 20. 1861, Viola B, Wing, 
Daniel, b, in 1844; d. in 1853. 
Esther Jane, b. May 14, 1846; m. Sept. 26, 1862, George Gordon. 



7. RICH.VRD R.WVSOX CODING (6 Spencer, 5 Jonathan C, 

4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was a farmer, of Livermore, Maine, although he had a long 
experience in military affairs. He was in the IHorida War and 
was one of tho,se who enlisted to protect the northeastern boundary, 
when that trouble was on, and later was on a man-of-war. While 
in service he was thrown from a horse and so disabled that he was 
discharged, drawing a pension of $8.00 per month afterward. After 
his death his wife was given a land warrant for 160 acres of land. 
Three times he received an honorable discharge for serving his 
country. 

His children — 

Ludolphus, b. Sept. 19, 1830; d. Feb. 10, 1849; unmarried. 

Martin, b, Feb, 15, 1833; ni. Feb, 10, 1856, Susan Berry; d, Nov. 9, 1864. 

Otis, b. May 8, 1835; m. 1st March 10, 1856, Sarah A. Starborn; 2d 

Mclvina A. Demverse; 3d Mrs. Sophronia Bailey. 
Helen, b. March 31, 1838; d. Dec. 2, 1861 ; unmarried. 
Harrison, b. March 29, 1840; ni. Nov, 25, 1867, Charlotte Leach; no 

issue, 
Dallas Ludolphus, b, June 12, 1846; d. May 31, 1853. 



Ii6 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

8. MARTIN GODING (7 Richard R., 6 Spencer, 5 Jonathan €., 
4 WilHam, 3 VVilHam, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was a farmer, of Livermore, Maine, and served in the 4th 
Maine Battery during the War of the RebelHon, until he came home 
to die. His wife died Aug. 7, 1903. 

His children — 
Rush Martin, b. March 4, 1859; d. May 4, 1861. 

Oliver Martin, b. Sept. 28, 1862; m. 1st June 6, 1897, Hattie A. Gay; 
2d Jan. 14, 1906, Mrs. Myrtie L. McCausland. 

9. OLIVER MARTIN GODING (8 Martin, 7 Richard R., 6 

Spencer, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 

Henry). 

He resides in Allen's Mills, Maine, where he is the proprietor 
of a general store. He has no children. His first wife died Feb- 
ruary 15, 1903. 

8. OTIS GODING (7 Richard R., 6 Spencer, 5 Jonathan C., 4 

William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Otis was indentured to a cabinet maker for three years, at 
$3 per month and board : after serving his time he learned the house 
builders' trade, including masonry and painting, making it his 
life work, during his busy life having built many houses in Maine 
and other States. Finally he made a specialty of mill work, both 
building and repairing, which he carried on with the assistance 
of his son, Sumner. In 1890 he purchased a manufacturing plant 
at West Burke, Vermont, associating with him his son, Arthur, 
where they make mouldings, sash, doors, blinds, wagons, sleighs, 
etc., besides carrying a stock of painters' materials. They also 
make all repairs in both wood and iron, the business increasing to 
such an extent that they were forced to build a much larger plant 
in 1905. There they live, are prosperous, and held in high esteem 
by their fellow townsmen. 

His children by the first wife — 
Otis Albion, b. Feb. 20, 1857 ; d. May 16, 1869. 
Clarissa, b. Nov. 11, 1858; d. Oct. 29, 1859. 
Sumner Stimson, b. June 10, 1860; m. Jan. 1, 1882, Henrietta Page. 

His children by the second wife — 

Anna M., b. Sept. 18, 1863 ; m. John Wilcox. 

Melinda, b. Sept. 18, 1865; m. Andrew Hill; d. 

Emma, b. June 3, 1868; m. Hiram Webster. 
Edna, b. Nov. 18. 1870; m. Samuel A. Aiken. 
Lottie, b. June 18, 1873; m. Frits Markwell. 

His children by the third wife — 
Arthur Horace, b. Dec. 4, 1877; m. Sept. 8, 1900, .-Mma V. Murray. 



IM.ATi: 1 1 



fj;-) 





Natiianiki. (niiiiNi; 



KlTll liODIM,. 








ChAKI.KS RkimiKS CillllIM 



r.KcMiKS (IniiiNi;. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 117 

9. SUMNER STIMSON GODING (8 Otis, 7 Richard R., 6 
Spencer, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

He was associated with his father for a number of years in 
building mills and running them. He has since been manager for 
a number of mills, both large and small, in which work he has al- 
ways given general satisfaction, and when on his own account, has 
made money. 

His children — 
Chcstina Myrilla, b. Sept. 21, 1883. 
Lula Roberta, b. May 13, 1885; d. Feb. 10. 1887. 
Myrton Stilson. b. May S. 1887 ; d. Sept. 2, 1887. 
Leonard Otis, b. April 28, 1889; unmarried. 
Helena Benha. b. April 11, 1891. 
Natalie Annie, b. March 13, 1893. 
Clifford Stanley, b. July 19, 1895. 

9. ARTHUR HORACE GODING (8 Otis, 7 Richard R., 6 
Spencer, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 
He is associated with his father in the manufacturing business, 

where his assistance in assuming part of the responsibility is of 

much benefit to his parent. 

I lis children — 
Luman Palm, b. July 17, 1901. 

8. HARRISON GODING (7 Richard R., 6 Spencer, 5 Jonathan 

C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

He enlisted M.irch I. 1862. in the 1st Maine Cavalry, and was 
in active service until he was disabled, for which he was discharged 
May 21, 18<')2. He was thrown from his horse while on forage 
duty, afterward taking a severe cold, from which he was a long 
time recovering. He has no children. In his younger days he 
learned the carpenters' trade, and has followed it up to the present 
time, making a competence. He is well respected; those who know, 
speak of him as an honorable, upright man. 

7. DANIEL GODING (6 Spencer, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 

William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

After his marriage, Daniel settled on a farm in Livermore, 
Maine, where they lived for eight years. He then purchased the 
farm now the home of his son, Tillson, his wife spinning and weav- 
ing the cloth from which his own and the children's clothes were 



Ii8 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

made. Pursuing the even tenor of their way they eventually ac- 
cumulated a handsome fortune, which he lived to enjoy, while his 
wife, a bright, cheery lady of 93, still survives. They, late in life 
(1883), purchased a home in Canton, living there until his death, 
since when she has been with her children, being feeble and par- 
tially blind. He lived far beyond the allotted time, a life full of 
usefulness and honor. 

His children — 

Tillson Stetson, b. May 2, 1844; m. March 26. 1870, Augusta Goddard. 
George Washington, b. June 7, 1845 ; m. June 22, 1873, Florilla Bryant. 
Daniel Jefferson, b. Feb. 11, 1847; m. Dec. 8, 1874, Emily Turner. 
Hezekiah, b. Jan. 19, 1849; d. Sept. 30, 1850. 
Mary Florence, b. April 25, 1851; d. August 11, 1855. 

8. TILSON STETSON CODING (7 Daniel, 6 Spencer, 5 Jona- 
than C. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

In youth he attended the local school, later being a pupil at the 
high schools of Canton, Britton's Mills and North Livermore, 
Maine. After completing his education, he taught in the schools 
of Hartford and Livermore, Maine. In 1866 he went west across 
the plains, at the time being a typical cowboy, afterward "trying 
his luck" at gold mining in the headwaters of the Arkansas river. 
Returning to Maine, after an exciting life, he settled on the old 
homestead, where he has since lived, and where his children were 
born. He is an educated, intelligent man, whom it is a pleasure to 
meet, and who is highly respected in the community. His estimable 
wife is a sharp, bright lady, well informed, and as hospitable as it 
is possible to be. 

His children — 

Ephriam Tilson, b. Feb. 8, 1871 ; m. Feb. 29, 1890, Flora E. Poland. 
Mary Augusta, b. Dec. 6, 1872; m. Oct. 7, 1888, Willis E. Glover. 
George Thatcher, b. Jan. 26, 1875; m. 1st Nov. 16. 1902, Cora S. Jones; 

2d July 2, 1904, Gladys York ; no issue. 
Luella Jane. b. April 13, 1878: m. Dec. 18, 1895. Elmer H. York. 
Arthur Daniel, b. April 13, 1881 ; m. April 3, 1901, Martha A. Hodge. 
Alice Florilla, b. March 8, 18,83; m. Feb. 16, 1899, Harry P. Cook. 
Clarence Floyd, b. July 3, 1885; unmarried. 
Kate Leone, b. Feb. 18, 1888; m. March 26, 1905, Bernard H. Smith. 

9. EPHRIAM TILSON CODING (8 Tilson S., 7 Daniel, 6 

Spencer, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 

Henry). 

He resides in East Auburn, where he is engaged in teaming. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 119 

His children — 
Fred Earl. b. Nov. 27. 1891. 
Harold Lcc. b. Sept. 4, 1892. 

Leon Linwood. b. Nov. 18, 1895 ; d. May 20. 18%. 
Stanley Floyd, b. April 5, 1897. 
Annie Mildred, b. Nov. 6. 19CW. 

9. MARY AUGUSTA CODING (8 Tilson S.. 7 Daniel, 6 
Spencer, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

Her children — 
Harry Eugene, b. Nov. 29, 1888; unmarried. 

9. LUELLA JANE GODING (8 Tilson S.. 7 Daniel. 6 Spencer, 
5 Jonathan C. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Myrle Leone, b. Aug. 4. 1896. 
Montize Mildred, b. Feb. 4. 1898. 
Tilson Roy. b. Jan. 8. 1899. 
James Elmer, b. Jan. 26, 1902; d. Jan. 22. 1904. 

9. ARTHUR DANIEL GODING (8 Tilson S., 7 Daniel, 6 
Spencer, 3 Jonathan C. 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

His children — 
Hazel Irene, b. Aug. 27. 1902; d. Jan. 8. 1904. 

9. ALICE FLORILLA CODING (8 Tilson S., 7 Daniel, 6 
Spencer. 3 Jonathan C. 4 William. 3 William. 2 Henry 1 
Henry). 

Her children — 
Cleon Roy. b. Aug. 13. 1900. 
Percy Floyd, b. Feb. 4, 1902. 

8. GEORGE WASHINGTON GODING (7 Daniel. 6 Spencer, 
3 Jonathan C. 4 William. 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
His earlv life was passed on his father's farm. In 1873 he 
purchased a farm in Hartford, Maine, where he and his wife lived 
for twenty-nine years, with the exception of three and a half years, 
he was in a general store at Briton's Mills. After selling out they 
moved to Livermore. on a farm, remaining there less than two 
years; but having the Coding trading instinct strongly developed, 
the quiet life on a farm did not suit him, and. purchasing a place 
in West Peru. Maine, he went into the general merchandise busi- 
ness, under the name of "G. W. Coding & Son," having associated 
with him his son, George. There they are doing a thriving busi- 



I20 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

ness, and are among the first people of the city. He is the postmaster 
of West Peru. His younger son is a student at the town school. 
His wife is a charming lady, who makes the stranger welcome, and 
is a refined, educated woman, who is indeed a helpmate. 

His children — 
Emma Florence, b. Sept. 30, 1874; d. Feb. 22, 1890. 
George Ernest, b. Jan. 21, 1879; unmarried. 
Edward Lee, b. Oct. 18, 1888. 

8. DANIEL JEFFERSON GODING (7 Daniel, 6 Spencer, 5 
Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He is a very wealthy farmer of Auburn, Maine, who, like his 
brothers, has added largely to amount left to him by his father, 
and is recognized as one of the leading men of the town. 

His children — 
Sydney Jefferson, b. March 12, 187S; m. May 4, 1895, Annie Daisy 

Wingate. 
Addie Josephine, b. Dec. 26, 1885; d. March 27, 1901. 

9. SYDNEY JEFFERSON GODING (8 Daniel J., 7 Daniel, 6 

Spencer, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 

Henr>')- 

In this gentleman we have a thorough, enterprising business 
man. He deals in real estate, and is the proprietor of the "High 
Street Laundry," Auburn, Maine, where he is having sufficient 
business to occupy his whole time. He is shrewd, bright, and a 
thoroughly energetic young man with bright prospects before him. 

His children — 
Forrest Linwood, b. April 19, 1896. 
Violet, b. August 29, 1898; d. April 27, 1900. 
Lucille Addie, b. July 30, 1900. 

6. HANNAH GODING (5 Jonathan C, 4 William. 3 William, 2 

Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband had formerly lived in Roxbury, Mass., but after 
they were married they moved to Cambridge, and purchased a 
public house for the accommodation of Boston pleasure parties. In 
the year 1798 they embarked on a barge, plying between Boston 
and Hallowell, Maine, with all their household goods, family, and 
live stock. On arriving at the latter place he yoked his oxen to a 
strong white oak cart, upon which he placed all of his worldly be- 
longings, and made his way to Jay, Maine, where they lived and 
died. He passed away May 13, 1814, and is buried in the Jay 
Hill cemetery, where doubtless she also lies. They both were mem- 



■i.ATi: I.- 





((V) Sl'KNlTK GdlllM 



Daniki. ruiiuxi;. 






I 11.-1 i.N > 1 t- 1 X'N \ I M 



.1 KK ( II. 1. 1. Si 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 121 

bers of the Methodist Church, he being a class leader. A large 
number of her descendents have been well educated, some of them 
devoting a (xjrtion of their lives to school teaching. 

Her children — 

Hannah, b. May 27, 1796; m. Oct. 9, 1820, William Sylvester; d. in 1875. 

Susannah, b. Aug. 27, 1797; m. in 1817. William Gro>e. 

Joel, b. March 10, 1799; m. Lucinda Noycs. of Jay, Maine. 

Henry Prentice, b. May 8, 1801; m. 1st Nancy Tuck; 2d Mrs. Patience 
Harrington; d. Feb. 18. 1872. 

Jonathan, b. Aug. 1, 1802; unmarried. 

Abigail, b. April 14. 180»; m. Daniel Grose; died in 1830. 

Cyrus, b. Aug. 17, 1805; m. in 1839, Harriet Norton, of North Liver- 
more. Maine. 

Rho'la. b. June 6. 1808; m. March 24. 1831, Jonathan Pike. 

Harriet, b. May 24, 1810; m. in 1836, Moses Stone. 

Amos, b. Oct. 20, 1811; m. Ist in 1840, Sarah Rich, who died 1841; 2d 
Jane H. Tuck. 

6. ISA.'XC GODING (5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William. 2 

Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was a farmer of Jay. Maine, later moving to Portland, 
where he died. He was drafted in the War of 1812-14, but was 
not ordered into active service. He was married in Cambridge, 
Mass.. his wife belonging to Wobum, Mass. They are both buried 
in Wcstbrook cemetery. 
His children — 
Angelmc Larned, b May 25, 1801; m. Dec. 3, 1818, Col. Daniel Merritt; 

d. Feb. 9, 1860. 
Caroline, b. Nov. 9, 1803: d. March 16, 1812. 
Louisa Carter, b. May 8, 180(); m, March 13, 1830, Isaiah W. Fuller; 

d. Sept. 10, 1872. 
Eliza Ann, b. Oct. 29, 1808; m. April 15, 1828. Stephen Dana; d. April 

14. 1883. 
Tristram Ch.i.sc. b. March 13. 1811; m. 1st Nov. 11, 1832. Susan Berry; 

2d Feb, 5. 1854, Harriet F. Fletcher; d. March 25. 1892. 
Amanda Coolidge. b. July 15. 1813; unmarried. 
Susan Miranda Emer.son. b. Nov. 29. 1815; m. in 1839. Asa Park; d. 

in Feb., 1852. 
Caroline, b. Sept. 29, 1818; m. May 1, 1835. Sumner Fogg. 
Silviro, b. July 2. 1820; d. Dec. 16. 1824. 
Davis Washburn, b, June 2, 1825; d. Aug. 15, 1826. 

7. ANGELINE LARNED GODING (6 Isaac, 5 Jonathan C, 
4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She was bom in Cambridge, Mass., and, with her hu.sband, is 
buried in Jay, Maine. Colonel Merritt was a very public spirited 
man, who represented his town in the Maine Legislature. He was 
a successful farmer and stock dealer. 



122 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

Her children — 

Flaville Dorrington, b. Feb. 26, 1820; d. Sept. 13, 1824. 

Edward Richardson, b. Oct. 26, 1823; unmarried; d. April 15, 1875. 

Silviro Viranus, b. Jan. 18, 1826; m. April IS, 1852, Catherine F. Kyes; 

d. March 5, 1893. 
Lidora Ann Dana, b. March 21, 1828; m. Nov. 21, 1852, Gustavus Kyes. 
John Hall, b. Feb. 22, 1831 ; m. Jan. 4, 1854, Helen M. Adams. 
Rufus Dorrington, b. March 24, 1834; m. April 28, 1859, Carohne D. 

Wheeler; d. Oct. 6, 1891. 
Joseph Warren, b. May 25, 1837; m. July 30, 1863, Martha B. Frost; d. 

July 7, 1905. 
Mary Augusta, b. Sept. 25, 1842; unmarried. 
George Henry, b. Feb. 25, 1844; m. Feb. 16, 1871, Emma F. Shumway. 

7. LOUISA CARTER GODING (6 Isaac, 5 Jonathan €.. 4 Wil- 

Ham, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She was born in Jay, Maine, where her girlhood was passed. 
After her marriage, she moved on a farm in North Livermore ; 
they both were buried from there. 

Her children — 
Elisha CooHdge, b. Jan. 31, 1831; m. Aug. 16, 1857, Antoinette Walker; 

she d. March 12, 1898. 
Andrew Day, b. March 10, 1835; d. Jan. 28, 1899; unmarried. 
Eliza Ann Dana, b. April 24, 1841 ; ni. Jan. 1, 1882. Hiram A. Merrill. 
Louisa Carter, b. April 24, 1841 ; d. in infancy. 

7. ELIZA ANN GODING (6 Isaac, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 
William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Eliza Ann, b. Aug. 10, 1830; d. May 8, 1832. 
Eliza Ann M., b. April 19, 1837; d. June 8, 1859; unmarried. 
Henrietta Emeline, b. Oct. 8, 1839; d. Feb. 26, 1867; unmarried. 
Mary Frances, b. Oct. 14, 1842; m. Sept. 25, 1866, Dr. George S. Steb- 

bins; d. Nov. 15, 1901. 
Caroline Jane, b. Feb. 16, 1847; d. Jan. 2, 1878; unmarried. 

7. TRISTRAM CHASE GODING (6 Isaac, 5 Jonathan C, 4 

William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Jay, Maine. His first wife was born in Sebec; 
after her death, Jtme 11, 1833, he married Miss Fletcher, who be- 
longed to Haverhill, Mass., with whom he lived initil his death. 
She died in Richmond, Ind., at the residence of Mrs. A. M. Taylor, 
April 1, 1904. In 1839 he was sergeant of artillery under Major 
General Isaac Hodsdon, whose forces were used to protect the 
northeastern frontier of Maine, and was called into active service 
February 20 of that year. In the War of the Rebellion he enlisted 
as orderly sergeant, October 12, 1861, in Company I, 12th Maine 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIXG FAMILY 123 

regiment, from which he was discharged September 10, 1863. on 
account of a severe illness. Xot being satisfied with that experi- 
ence, he re-enlisted November 23. 1863. as sergeant of Company D, 
30th Maine regiment, and returned to the front. After being 
severely wounded at the battle of Cane River. La.. .April 23. 1864, 
he was compelled to remain on the field until after dark, when he 
was rescued by two of Lovewell Coding's sons, who were members 
of his regiment. Remaining in the hospital for some time, he was 
transferred to Bangor, Maine, wiierc the ball was extracted Oc- 
tober 13, 1864. His health continued to fail, the trouble developing 
into consumption, from which he died, in East Hampden, Maine. 
He is buried in Bangor, Maine. He was by occupation a painter 
and decorator of steamboats, earlier being a cabinet maker. 

His children by the first wife — 
Susan Ellen, b. Aug. 23, 1835 ; d. July 12. 1837. 
Tristram Madison, b. Oct. 25, 1837; m. 1st Jan. 7, 1857, Caroline A. 

Goodwin; 2d Mrs. Maggie Robinson; d. Dec. 15. 1900. 
Susan Shannon, b. April 3, 1839; m. Jan. 30, 1867, John S. Dearborn; d. 

Feb. 27. 1881 ; no issue. 
Harrison, b. Sept. 17, 1841 ; m. Feb, 17. 1867. Philena Gillson. 
Laura Belinda, b. Dec. 17, 1843; m. Aug. 19, 1869, W. H. Reed; no 

issue. 
Angeline .Merritt, b. Feb. 1, 1847; m. May 28. 1867, John W. Taylor; no 

issue. 
Louisa Fuller, b. May 31, 1849; d. Oct. 8. 1851. 
Horace Greeley, b. Aug. 29, 1851; unmarried. 

His children by the second wife — 
Edgar, b. July 27, 1857; d. Feb. 24, 1861. 

8. TRISTRAM MADISOM CODING (7 Tristram C. 6 Isaac, 
5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He was born in Bangor, Maine, his first wife coming from 
South Ber%vick, Maine, the second from Granite Falls, Mass. For 
many years a telegraph operator, ill health compelled him to retire 
to a farm on which he spent the latter days of his life at Ayer, Mass. 

His children by the first wife — 
Herbert, b. May 28, 1858; unmarried. 
Carrie .\delia. b. Feb. 22, 1860; d. .\pril 1. 1860. 
Tristram .\rthur, b. Aug. 1, 1861; d. Jan. 24. 1894; unmarried. 

Albert Edgar, b. July 1, 1863; m. Fannie ; no issue. 

Delia Mabel, b. Oct. 19, 1864; m. Oct. 27, 1898, John F. Spragtie. 
John Willard, b. April 5, 1866; d. Dec. 7, 1885. 
Jedediah, b. Dec. 5. 1867: d. Nov. 16. 1869. 
Grace Annie, b. March 27. 1869; d. Oct. 5, 1869. 
Percy Jedediah, b. Aug. 22, 1870; unmarried. 



124 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

His children by the second wife — 
Bertha May, b. May 4, 1884; m. April 6, 1904, Ashton W. Hadley. 

9. DELIA MABEL GODING (8 Tristram M., 7 Tristram C, 6 
Isaac, 5 Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She was born in Waterville. Maine, at the present time residing 

on a farm in Stillriver, Mass. She is an intelligent, educated lady. 

Her children — 
Morrill Goodwin, b. Dec. 11, 1899. 

9. JOHN WILLARD GODING (8 Tristram M., 7 Tristram C., 
6 Isaac, 5 Jonathan C., 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 
Henry). 

He was born in Waterville, Maine, and lived there until eleven 
years of age. After the death of his mother he removed to Groton, 
with his father, where he attended the Moore school for two years. 
They then moved to Ayer, Mass., where, after passing a credit- 
able examination, he was admitted to the high school, from which he 
was graduated in the class of 1883, at the same time being employed 
in a drug store. In 1884, unknown to his friends, he presented 
himself for, and successfully passed, an examination before the 
examining board for a cadetship at the U. S. Military Academy at 
West Point, in competition with several others. Proceeding to 
West Point in June, he threw every energy into his work, and suc- 
ceeded so well that he ranked 13 in a class of 68. In the midst of 
his work, with every prospect of success, he was cut down in the 
second year with heart trouble, due, it was thought, to overex- 
ertion. He was a high spirited, ambitious boy, earnestly desiring 
a liberal education, and won the coveted honors, not through favor 
or patronage, but, as one of the examining board said, "by his 
superior ability alone." His room-mate wrote: "For years to 
come, the death of John Goding will bring a hush over every com- 
pany of cadets among whom it may be mentioned." Lieutenant 
Browne, U. S. M. A., wrote: "Mr. Goding's record here has been 
one that his friends may well be proud of," while Major General 
Merritt, superintendent of the academy, in a letter to John's father, 
said: "Your son was justly a favorite with both his comrades and 
the officers of the academy. He was an excellent student, an ex- 
emplary cadet, and a well bred gentleman. He had received the 
evidences of the highest appreciation of his superiors in being 
made an officer of his class, and is a loss to the academy and to the 
class of which he was a member." Wherever he lived he was a first 



iM.ATi: k; 





'iK"K..!. l.liM.M (ii.lUNi 



• iKilKl.K WaMIINlIiiN- (illMIM 





("iKiiKCK M ANSKIKI.Il GdlH.Ni.. 



Enu AKIl I.KK (ilil)I.\(i. 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 125 

favorite, while his brother cadets and teachers speak of him as a 
young man of more than ordinary promise. 

Of his brothers, Herbert is express messenger, employed by 
one of the express companies, where he holds positions of great 
trust and responsibility. Percy J. won the scholarship for Williams 
College, but on account of lack of funds, which forced him to give 
up his educational work, he learned the business of cooking, now 
being one of the best known chefs in this country. Albert E. is a 
commercial traveler. 

8. HARRISON GODIXG (7 Tristram C, 6 Isaac. 5 Jonathan C, 

4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was bom in Bangor, Maine, where his early life was 
passed. He served in the War of the Rebellion in the 2d Maine 
regiment, receiving a wound while on duty along the Potomac. He 
owns what is called the best farm in Harvard, Mass., where he 
resides. 

His children — 

Thomas Edgar, b. Sept. 3. 1879; d. Feb. 3, 1900. 

Adopted child, now dead. 

8. ANGELINE MERRITT CODING (7 Tristram C, 6 Isaac, 5 
Jonathan C, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
It is a pleasant duty to render credit where it is due, and much 
credit is due to the lady whose name appears above, for the suc- 
cessful compilation of the gencalog>' of the Coding family. In the 
beginning she wrote: "I am interested in having the history full 
and complete, and will cheerfully and freely do all I can to make 
it so," a promise she has fulfilled to the letter. She has written 
hundreds of letters, spent many dollars in postage and stationery 
in the search for "missing links," yet never realized that there was 
such a word as "fail." She deserves the best thanks of the family 
for her thorough and conscientious labors. She was born in 
Bangor, Maine, early evincing a fondness for educational aflfairs. 
She was married in Bangor, Maine, then moved to Richmond, 
Ind., her present home. Her ability was soon recognized, as is 
shown in her election to various positions in the local societies. 
Besides being secretary to the Home of the Friendless, she is special 
agent of the U. S. Department of Labor and Commerce, for ob- 
taining statistics of female prisoners, and held a similar position on 
the last census. She is active in the work connected with the M. 
E. Church, being secretary of the Ladies' Aid Society, where her 
influence is felt, and her sterling worth appreciated. A regular 



126 GENEALOGY OF THE GODIXG FAMILY 

contributor to various periodicals, her writings are well received, 
while she frequently is called upon to prepare papers for the His- 
torical and other societies. For many years the sole care of her 
paralyzed stepmother, who required the attention of a babe, rested 
on her, yet she never complained. She is a central figure in local 
social circles, receiving and visiting the most cultured families in 
Richmond. Talented, well read, she is liberal to a fault, with 
abundant charity for all who come within the sphere of her influ- 
ence. Her husband has occupied the position of express messenger 
for many years. They are childless. 

7. SUSAN MIRANDA EMERSON CODING (6 Isaac, 5 Jona- 
than C, 4 \N'ilIiam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Louisa Maria, b. Dec. 10. 1840; m. William H. Millikin; d. July 13, 
1905 ; no issue. 

7. CAROLINE CODINC (6 Isaac, 5 Jonathan C. 4 William, 3 

William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry), 

She was born in Jay, Maine, but for years she has resided in 
Woodfords, where she is now living, a woman whose mental powers 
have been remarkably preserved, her memory something phenome- 
nal, for upon it many a knotty question has been compelled to de- 
pend for solution, in connection with this work., 

Her children — 
Emeline Dana, b. Feb. 1, 1836: m. Feb. 7, 1860, George L. Perry. 
Susan Ellen, b. June 4, 1838; m. Sept. 2, 1862, Rev. Melville King, D.D. ; 

d. Oct. 10, 1901. 
John Sumner, b. April 20, 1842; m. Aug. 4, 1863, Mary A. Calhoun. 
Frederick Augustine, b. July 12, 1850; m. Dec. 20, 1880, Louisa Miller. 
Florence Anna, b. Oct. 15, 1852; m. Oct. 15, 1877, Frank P. Waterhouse. 
Alice Ilsley, b. Nov. 1, 1861 ; unmarried. 

5. SPENCER CODING (4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 

Henry). 

He was born in Watertown, Mass., and spent the greater part 
of his life there. Neither his wife's name nor his vocation is 
known, she being born in 1738 and died in 1831. Some of his 
descendants of the present generation have added another d to the 
good old name, without good reasons, but in these pages their 
method of spelling will be used, as otherwise there would be no 
proof that they belonged to the family. It is to be hoped that they 
will return to the original manner of spelling the name. 

His Revolutionary War record is fairly complete, having been 
published in "Massachusetts Soldiers and Sailors of the Revolu- 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIXG FAMILY 127 

tionary War," Vol. \ I. He was a private in Captain Samuel Bar- 
nard's company. Colonel Thomas Gardner's regiment, which 
marched on the alarm of .April 19, 1775. service four days; private 
in Captain Abncr Craft's company. Lieutenant Colonel William 
Bond's (late Colonel Gardner's) 37th regiment, company return 
dated Cambridge. November 7, 1775. receiving an order for a 
bounty coat or its equivalent in money, dated Cambridge, November 
13, 1775; he again enlisted for three years, unless discharged, 
November 16, 1776, his name appearing in the records of the Con- 
tinental army, fref|ucntly, throughout the war. He was under 
arms during the battles of Lexington and Hunker Hill, doubtless 
being engaged in those historic fights. 

His children — 
Sarah, b. in 1781; m. March 18, 1802, Captain Bcnj. Myrick; d. Oct. 

8, 1825. 
Nathaniel, b. Nov. 22, 1785; m. Dec. 19, 1810, Eliza Clark; d. May 20, 

1887. 
Margaret, b. alwut 1787; ni. 1st Oct. 18, 1821, George Clapp: 2d Mr. 

Tubb.s. 
William, b. about 1789; m. .\bigail Reed. 

Hannah, b. in 1791 ; m. March 22, 1815, John Livermore; d. Sept. 4, 1859. 
Ruth, b. in 1796; d. Oct. 30, 1800. 

6. SARAH CODING (5 Spencer, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 

1 Henry). 

After her death. Captain Myrick married Charlotte Brown, 
November 2, 1826, and died September 30. 1838, aged 60. He is 
not mentioned in the Myrick genealogy. 

Her children — 
Ann B., b. May 1, 1802; m. April 13. 1826. Jesse Jordan. 
Benjamin, b. Jan. 29, 1804; d. Sept. 25. 1805. 
Benjamin, b. Nov. 20, 1805; d. Oct. 13, 1806. 
Emily, b. Sept. 3, 1807 ; m. Aug. 16, 1826, Joseph D. Williams, 
Sarah, b. Jan. 24, 1809; m. Aug. 15, 1841, Hosea B. Styles. 
George, b. Oct. 11. 1810; m., name of wife not known. 
Elizabeth, b. July 28, 1812; m. William Field. 
Mary .-Vnn, b. 1816; m. William Dove. 
Maria, b. in June. 1817; m. .'\ug., 1838, John Dove. 

6. NATHANIEL CODING (5 Spencer, 4 William, 3 William, 2 

Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Watertown, Mass., where his early life was 
spent. His indenture papers show that he learned the trade of 
paper making there, and a Bible is still in possession of the family 
giving the family records, the paper on which it is printed having 



128 GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

been made by Nathaniel, by the old hand method. He finally settled 
in Gardner, Maine, where he worked at his trade until his death. 
His wife was born March 11, 1793, and died January 4, 1860. 

His children — 

Spencer, b. March 20, 1812; unmarried; probably died at sea. 

John Clark, b. May 27, 1813; m. Oct. 5, 1836, Judith C. Bryant; she 

d. March 25, 1891. 
Martha, b. Nov. 20, 1814; d. April 10, 1816. 
Margaret, b. June 14, 1816; m. Samuel Tower: d. Aug., 1900. 
Eliza, b. Dec. 22, 1817 ; m. Oct. 26, 1842, Joshua K. Osgood ; d. July 6, 

1881. 
Nathaniel, b. Aug. 15, 1819; m. Aug. 17, 1847, Rachel H, Motherwell; 

d. March 12, 1862. 
Emily Louisa, b. Feb. 22, 1821; m. Dec. 10, 1837, William F. Carleton; 

d. July 13, 1875. 
Esther, b. Feb. 2, 1823; m. 1st Feb. 14. 1837, Edward Nutting; 2d 

Robert Forbes; d. Dec. 19, 1890; no issue from either marriage. 
George Wells, b. Aug. 8, 1824 ; m. Dec. 1, 1845, Margaret L. Goodwin ; 

d. April 14, 1900. 
Granville, b. Dec. 17, 1825; m. June 30, 1855, Martha Donnell. 
Sarah Myrick, b. May 14, 1828; m. Jan. 18, 1846, James R. Waterman; 

he d. in 1895. 
Andrew, b. Oct. 26, 1829; d. Aug. 15, 1832. 
James, b. May 26, 1831; d. July 13. 1831. 
Mary Judith, b. June 26, 1832; d. Dec. 30, 1832. 



7. JOHN CLARK GODDING (6 Nathaniel, 5 Spencer, 4 Wil- 
liam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He began to learn the paper making business at the age of ten, 
in Gardner, Maine, and continued in the same mill for 61 years. 
His first employers were Samuel Cox & Company, where his father 
worked, and who received for John's work 15 shillings or $2.50 
per week during the most of his minority. This company was suc- 
ceeded by Springer Moore & Company, of which John Coding was 
a member, and he was ever considered a faithful, industrious em- 
ployee. He twice visited Boston, but returned at the earliest possible 
moment to Gardner, the surroundings not being at all to his taste. 
With these exceptions, his entire life was passed in his native town. 
The writer spent a very pleasant hour in his company, finding 
him to be bright, with every faculty preserved at the advanced age 
of 93, and learned that he walked into town, a distance of one mile, 
nearly every day. He is held in high esteem by all of the citizens 
of the city. His daughter, Isabel, is an exceptionally intelligent 
lady, a retired Brooklyn (N. Y.) school teacher. 




p'' 



' § 








T> 




D 




GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 129 

His children — 
Isabella Dorr, b. Oct. 7, 1837; unmarried. 
Mary Judith, b. Oct. 6, 1841 ; m. Dec 3, 1862, Franklin H. Baker. 

8. MARY JUDITH GODING (7 John C, 6 Nathaniel, 5 Spen- 
cer, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henr>). 

Her chil'lren — 
Nellie May, b. May 27, 1858; m. in Oct., 1883. 
Frank Ck)ding, b. April 16, 1875; m. in Dec, 1904. 

7. MARG.^RET GODING (6 Nathaniel, 3 Spencer, 4 William, 3 
William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Sarah, b. Feb. 18, l&W; d. Aug. 22, 1845. 

7. ELIZA GODING (6 Nathaniel, 5 Spencer. 4 William, 3 Wil- 
liam, 2 Henry, 1 Henn,). 

Her children — 
Annie FJiza. b June 14. IfMS; d. June 17. 1850. 
Emily Carlclon, b. Jan. 4. 1847; d. March 14, 1893; unmarried. 
Wellington, b. July 25. 1848; d. Sept. 25. 1848. 
Wallington. b. July 25. 1848; d. Sept, 25. 1848. 
Annette, b. July 2.1. 1851 ; m. Dec. 25. 1872. John P. Dickey. 

7. NATHANIEL GODING (6 Nathaniel. 5 Spencer. 4 William. 
3 William. 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

He was hum in (I.irdiicr. Maine, where the prcatcr part of his 
life was passed. .After his death, his wife married Rufiis Williams, 
December 8, 1879; she died May 8. l'K)5. He reared three sons 
who are an honor to the name. His tombstone states that he was 
born in 1824. but his family lias given the date as above. 

Hi scliildren — 
John Andrew, b. May 14. 1849; d. Jan. 14. 1851. 

John Granville, b. March 28. 1853; m. Sept. 1. ISai. Adelaide M. Smith. 
Fred Lawson, b. J.in. 19. 1855; m. Feb. 10, 1886. Ruth R. Richmond. 
Edward Robert, b. June 13, 1859; m. Aug. 14. 18S2. Emma G. McGowan. 

8. JOHN GRANVILLE GODDING (7 Nathaniel, 6 Nathaniel, 

5 Spencer, 4 William. 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Gardner. Maine, where he was educated, pass- 
ing through the city high school. He completed the course at the 
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy, from which institution he was 
graduated in 1874, since when he has been engaged in the drug 
business, in Boston. He is treasurer of the board of trustees of the 
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy, member of the American 
Pharmaceutical .Association, since 1875, member of the State Phar- 



I30 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

maceutical Association since its organization, member of the Bos- 
ton Association of Retail Druggists and its treasurer since it was 
organized. He is a member of the Middlesex Club, and is a well 
known figure in JMasonic circles. He is a courteous, active man, 
with a fine business in the nicest part of Boston, and takes a promi- 
nent part in the social and professional afifairs of the city. 

His children — 
Marguerite Adelaide, b. Oct. 16, 1889; d. June 24, 1891. 

8. FRED LAWSON GODDING (7 Nathaniel, 6 Nathaniel, 5 
Spencer, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
Mr. Godding was born and educated in Gardner, Maine, 
settling in Boston for his permanent abode. As is true of so many 
of the name, he inclined toward commercial affairs, becoming as- 
sociated with the Lloyds Plate Glass Insurance Company, of which 
he is the Boston manager. Although a young man, he has been 
eminently successful financially, at the present time being one of 
the wealthiest men in the city, his keen, bright intellect, and charm- 
ing, approachable manner making him one of the best known 
figures in the social and business world there. He has no family. 

8. EDWARD ROBERT GODDING (7 Nathaniel, 6 Nathaniel, 
5 Spencer, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
He was born in Gardner Maine, attending the public schools 
until the age of sixteen, when he entered the employ of a pharma- 
cist, of Boston, at the same time pursuing his studies at the Massa- 
chusetts College of Pharmacy. After completing the prescribed 
course of that institution he was graduated in 1881, soon after, ac- 
cepting a position in a pharmacy in Eau Claire, Wis., the following 
year becoming proprietor, and marrying one of that city's charm- 
ing daughters. The flood having ruined his business and stock, he 
established another pharmacy there, later moving to Menomonee. 
Wis., where he remained for some time. After residing in Bessi- 
mer, Mich., and West Superior, Wis., he returned to Eau Claire, 
June 28, 1897, where he has since resided, being the proprietor of 
one of the best pharmacies in the city. The esteem in which he is 
held was shown in June, 1905, when he was elected school com- 
missioner, a position he still retains. He is member of Eau Claire 
Lodge, No. 16, K. of P., Eau Claire Lodge, No. 112, F. & A. M., 
Eau Claire Chapter, No. 36, R. A. M. and its scribe. 

His elder son is a graduate of the Eau Claire High School, and 
is in the employ of the Rogers Lumber Company, of Russell. N. D.. 
the younger son being a student. 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 131 

His children — 
Edward L>-man, b. Jan. 17, 188S ; unmarried. 
Frederic Seelcy, b. Oct. 6, 1892. 

7. EMILY LOUISA GODING (6 Nathaniel. 5 Spencer, 4 Wil- 
liam, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband was born October 7, 1810, and died September 
7, 1882. 

Her children — 

Francis William, b. March 18, 1838; m. 

Wesley Wellington, b. July 4, 1840; m. 

Twin sisters, b. Oct. 25, 1843 ; died, doubtless, shortly after birth. 

Ann Sarah, b. April 11, 1851; d. Dec. 14, 1852. 

Forrest Emmons, b. March 11, 1854. 

Emily Augusta, b. April 15, 1856; m. Oct. 23, 1880, Jasper Houdlette. 

Elmer Leland, b. March 22, 1861. 

Eliza Coding, b. July 22, 1862; d. Aug. 30, 1862. 

7. GEORGE WELLS GODING (6 Nathaniel, 5 Spencer, 4 
William, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was a machinist ; while on his way to accept a position he 
was killed by a train in Providence, R. I. 

His children — 
Sarah Whitman, b. Sept. 23, \9A7 ; d. Aug. 20, 1850. 
George Edward, b. Jan, 23, 1851 ; d. Sept. 23, 1863. 
Helen Louisa, b. Sept 8, 1859; m. Oct. 1, 1885, Charles H. Young. 

8. HELEN LOUISA GODING (7 George W., 6 Nathaniel, 5 

Spencer, 4 William, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She resides in Crab Orchard, Tenn. 

Her children — 
George Coding, b. Oct, 20, 1886; d. March 26. 1887. 
Jessie Glen, b. Sept, 27, 1888; unmarried. 
Amelia Margaret, b. Oct. 6, 1890. 
Ralph Goodwin, b, March 18, 1894. 
Helen Adams, b. July 9, 1896. 

7. GRANVILLE GODING (6 Nathaniel, 5 Spencer, 4 William, 

3 William, 2 Henry. 1 Henry). 

In early life his home was with an uncle. In 1840 he removed 
to Windsor, Maine, with his parents, where he remained until 1852. 
when he, with so many others, went to California in search of gold, 
remaining until April, 1855. When war was declared between the 
North and South he felt that his country needed his services and 
enlisted September 10, 1862, in the 21st Maine regiment, serving 
under General Banks, receiving an honorable discharge August 25, 



132 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 



1863. The remaining years have been passed on the old homestead, 
in Windsor, under the care of his devoted children. His elder 
daughter resides on the old farm, where her hospitality should be 
tested to be appreciated. The younger daughter was a teacher in 
the public schools of Portland, Maine, for many years ; but owing 
to ill health she was obliged to change her vocation and is now in 
an office in that cit}'. She has a charming personality, is well edu- 
cated, and has been the chief source of information in connection 
with the Spencer Coding branch as recorded in this work. 

His children — 
Charles Henry, b. May 5, 1856; d. Oct. 6, 1877; unmarried. 
Clara Luella, b. April 25, 1860 ; m. Sept. 27, 1884, Robert B. Jewell ; no 

issue. 
Mary Eliza, b. Aug. 27, 1861 ; unmarried. 

7. SARAH MYRICK CODING (6 Nathaniel, 5 Spencer, 4 Wil- 
liam, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
She is a very pleasant lady, with a good memory, being the 

source of much valuable data not otherwise obtainable. She has 

an interesting family. Her eldest son was murdered in Texas, 

where he was the manager of a ranch. 

Her children — 
Joseph Howe. b. Dec. IS, 1847; d. in 1878; unmarried. 
Warren Miller, b. Oct. 28, 1849; d. in 1851. 

Eva Magdalen, b. Jan. 6, 1855; m. 1st Nov. 20, 1872, Levi F. Harlow; 
2d Nov. 27, 1878, John Edwards ; 3d Dec. 24, 1881, Joseph Leighton. 
Robert Zenas, b. Dec. 27, 1867; m. June 8. 1894, Minnie Keith. 

6. MARCARET CODING (5 Spencer, 4 William, 3 William, 2 
Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children by the first husband, none by the second — • 
George, b. 1822; lost with the steamer "Quincy," of Cape Hatteras. 
Henry, b. Jan. 5, 1823 ; m. April 23, 1844, Anne Ely. 
Margaret, b. 1824 ; m. John Tucker. 
Benjamin, b. 1826; d. in 1842. 
Sarah, b. 1827; m. Mr. Hodgkins. 
Albert, b. Aug. 31. 1829; m, Louisa A. Rollins. 

6. WILLIAM CODING (5 Spencer, 4 William. 3 William. 2 
Henry, 1 Henry). 

All that is known of this member of the family is that his chil- 
dren were born in Jay, Maine. As none of the descendents are 
known to any of his near relatives, doubtless they have become 
extinct. 



i'i..vri. i'^ 




An NIK (idlUNI 



Wll.LlAM (ioDI.NG, 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODIXG FAMILY 133 

His children — 

George C, b. Sept. 17. 1812; m. Octavia 

Sarah, b. Nov. 2, 1813 ; d. Aug. 25, 1816. 
William, b. Nov. 10, 1814. 
Harriet, b. Dec. 17, 1816. 
Abram. b. Feb. 8, 1819. 

7. GEORGE C. GODIXG (6 William, 5 Spencer, 4 William, 3 
William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His children — 
George E., b. Dec. 29, 1846, in Brighton. Mass. 

6. HANNAH GODING (5 Spencer. 4 William, 3 William, 2 
Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her children — 
Hannah, b. April 1, 1817; m. Aug, 20, 1835, William Green; d. Sept 
4, 1859. 

4. HENRY GODING (3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His name first appears in the Watertown records March 3. 
1729, as having been elected hog-reeve or hog-constablc. a town 
officer charged with the prevention or appraising of damages by 
stray swine, being again elected to the same office March 13, 1738. 
On the 1st day of March, 1741, he was elected hay ward, a town 
officer whose duty was to impound stray cattle. .'\t a general town 
meeting held in Watertown. September 30, 1743, he purchased, by 
bidding, a piece of land Iielonging to the town for £3*^>0. giving 
his bond for that amount. The land is described as follows: "The 
Third Lot or No. 3. Contains about Nine Acres, and is bounded 
Southerly by the Way aforsd I^iid out by ye Selectmen. Westerly 
partly by Lot No. 4 and partly by Lot No. 5. ( the west Line running 
from the Sd Way opesit to ye Sd Chcnry's Northeast Corner on a 
Straight Line to Wm Codding's South west Corner of his Land) 
Northerly and Easterly by I^nd of William Godding." A number 
of other transfers are recorded. 

Having no children, he brought his nephew, Jeduthun Coding, 
into his home, and reared him, to whom he left his property, at 
death, as is shown in the following will : 

HENRY CODING'S WILL 

In the n.ime of God Amen 1 Henry Coding of Watertown in the 

County of Midd.x. and the Province of the Massachusetts Bay in New En- 
gland — Husbandman — Being through the mercy of God of sound mind and 
memory ordain and make this my Last Will and Testament, that is to say 
in the first Place I Comitt my Soul into the hands of Cod That Cave it, 



134 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

Trusting Through the Merrits of Jesus Christ to obtain from my heavenly 
father The full and free Pardon of all my sins and admition Among the 

Spirits of just men made perfect In the next Place I Commit my Body 

to the Earth To be Decently Intered at the Descretion of my Executor : 
hereafter to be named Nothing Doubting But at the General Reserection I 

shall Receive the Same again And as to my worldly Estate that God has 

Blessed me with after all my just Debts and Fenaral Charges are Paid I 
Give and Bequeath as follows : 

My Will is That all my Real Estate Whatsoever & Whersoever it may 
Be found I Give and bequeath unto My Dearly Beloved Wife Elizabeth 
Coding To Improve During her natural Life, and in case she Shall Stand in 
need, to Sell any Part or the Wholl of my Real Estate. 

My Will is and I Give and bequeath to my beloved Wife all my Per- 
sonal Estate Whatsoever and wheresoever it may be found to be at her 
entire dispose my will that after mine and my wifes Desease That all my 
Estate that Shall then Remain after all funaral charges and after just Debts 
are Paid Go to Jeduthan Coding my Kinsman whom I Brought up to be 
at his dispose. 

And I Do hereby Constetut make and ordain my Trusty friend Mr. 
Henry Holden to be my Sole Executor to this my Last Will and testement 
And I do hereby disalow and disanull all and Every other Instrument or 
righting whatsoever That may be Presented by any Person Whatsoever 
After my decease and this to be my Last Will And testement And do Rattifie 
and Confirm The afore righten Instrument and no other to be my Last Will 

and Testament 

In witness I have hereunto set my hand and seal This ninth Day of 
February in the year of our Lord one thousand seven hundred and fifty six 
and in the twenty ninth year of his Majestys Reign 
Signed sealed Subscribed and Declared 
By the said Henry Coding to be his 
Last Will And Testement- 
In Presence of us 

Henry Prentice 

Christopher Grant 

Thomas Learned. 
Filed for Probate 
27 Aug. 1757. 

4. SAMUEL GODING (3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He was born in Watertown, Mass., later being adopted by 
Samuel Bull, the husband of Elizabeth Goding, who resided in 
Menotomy, now Arlington, Mass. He assisted in the erection of 
a meeting house October 8, 1733, in Cambridge, and October 11, 
1734, owned to the covenant. He was a soldier in the French and 
Indian War, his name appearing on a list not dated, but probably 
in 1758, from Captain Littlefield's company, in Colonel Fribble's 
regiment, giving the names of the men who were fed on the march 
home from the lake. His record in the Revolutionary War is as 
follows: Enlisted as a private in Captain Feirce's company, of 



1^ ^0^ 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY ,35 

Waltham, which marched on the alarm of April 19, 1775, to Con- 
cord and Lexington. The company was called out by Colonel 
Thomas Gardner, and reported to have scrv-ed as guards until 
Saturday, the fourth day after the fight at Concord. 
His wife, who died in 1778, left the following will: 

In the Name of God Amen. The Eightenth Day of July, 1778 I 

Mary Godding of Cambridge in the County of middlesex in the State of 
the massachusetts Bay in New England Widow Being of Sound mind and 

memory for which I thank God and Calling to mind the Mortality of 

knowing Ti Die do make and order this to be my Last Will and Testa- 
ment first of all I Comit my Soul into the hands of God that Gave it and 
my body I Recomend to the Earth to be buryed in a Dcsent manner and as 
for Such worldly Estate as I am in possesion of I Give to my Daughter in 
Law mary Godding widow Such as Household furniture Beding and Cloth- 
ing &c. Never the less if my Daughter Deborah Godding flctcher Shoulf 

Return to Cambridge my Will is that mnry Godding & Deborah fletcher 
Should Share what 1 leave equally between them in Witness Whereof I have 
Sined Sealed and Declared by the mary Godding as her Last Will and 
testemcnt. 

n r (Signed) mary Godding. 

m Presence of us \ a j ^ 

SamI Chandler 

Mary Phips 

Mary Chandler. 

His cliildren — 
Sarah, b. .-Vug. 11, 1734; m. Sept. 4, 1753, Thomas Winship. 

Henry, b. March 28, 1736; m. Sarah ; d. in 1795. 

Samuel, bapt. Aug. 6, 1738; d. in infancy. 

Jcduthun, bapt. Aug. 3, 1740; no record of marriage. 

Thomas, bapt. Sept. 19, 1742; m. Dec. 24, 1776. Abigail Cutter. 

John. bapt. Jan. 8. 1745; m. July 26, 1771, Mary Russell; d. prior to 

1778. 
Mary. bapt. Nov. 3. 1746; m. Dec. IS, 1778. Paul Speed; two children 

died in infancy. 
Deborah, bapt. Jan. 20. 1754; m. Mr. Fletcher. 
Peter, bapt. Oct. 25. 1755; probably died in infancy. 

5. HENRY CODING (4 Samuel, 3 William. 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 
For some years he lived in Lexington, Mass.. where his two 
first children were born, and where he and his wife confessed and 
were admitted into the church May \, 1761. In 1766 they were 
dismissed from the church to Rowley, Canada, but did not reach 
that town, having located in Rindge, X. H., on the place since 
known as the Deacon Cummings' farm. The town was incorporated 
February 11, 1768, and in the following month he was chosen one 
of the selectmen. A year or two after he was excommunicated 
from the Rindge church for "want of sympathy with the creed and 



136 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

a failure to observe the ordinances," he having espoused the Bap- 
tists' cause. His character was unquestioned, and he was con- 
sidered one of the most influential men in the town, pleading his 
own cause in a masterful manner. For two years there were dis- 
cussions in the church over the matter until July 4, 1772, "as to ye 
case of ye absent brethren Ezekiel Jewett and Henry Godding ye 
church unanimously voted for their long absenting themselves from 
public worship and special ordinances and for their renouncing the 
infant Baptism by having plunged into ye water by a pretended 
minister, and for their hard speeches respecting this church and 
ye church universal, and declared non communion with ye above 
said Brethren, and do abridge them all special church Priveleges 
and ordered it to be connected to the records. As to ye absenting 
sisters their conduct in long withdrawing is at present bore with." 
Twenty years later Sarah Coding, at her request, was restored to 
her former relations with the church. 

While the Revolutionary W'ar was progressing, he, with many 
others, prepared and signed a Declaration of Independence in 1776, 
at Rindge. It is evident he was a man of strong convictions and 
was ready to take the consequences of his actions. 

During the French and Indian War he enlisted, in Boston, 
February 13, 1759, in a company of foot under Captain Thomas 
Adams, in Colonel Ebenezer Nichols' regiment, raised for the re- 
duction of Canada ; but on account of sickness he was left at home 
and never rejoined his regiment. 

Little is known of his descendents in the male line. His son, 
Samuel, enlisted March 20, 1777, in Colonel Nathan Hale's regi- 
ment, serving three years in the Revolutionary War; a man of the 
same name lived in Norway, Maine, in 1799. His son, Isaac, com- 
mitted suicide in a creek near Rindge. Nothing is known of Henry 
nor of Ariel. However, the descendents through the female line, 
through Abigail and Judith, to the present time are known, those 
through the later being herewith given, a divergence from the 
original plan of the work. 

His children — 

Samuel, bapt. April 5, 1761 (History of Rindge says "bapt. May 1"). 

Mary, bapt. in Oct., 1765 ; d. young. 

Henry, b. June IS, 1766. 

Sarah, b. in 1771; d. July 27, 1834; unmarried. (Lived in Harvard.) 

Abigail b. June 20, 1775; m. Sept. 24. 1794, John Russell; d.(had issue). 

Isaac, b. in 1777; d. in 1852; unmarried. 

Judith, b. July 18, 1780; m. June 5, 1794, John Gary; d. Dec. 6, 1820. 

Ariel. 



•I. A 11. I'.) 






Ai«'Mk\M Ji |i>'iN Ijiiiu: 



Ann liniuNi 




r.lI.llKKI H MH S" AV. 



GENEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY lyj 

6. ABIGAIL GODIXG (5 Henry. 4 Samuel, 3 William, 2 Henry, 

1 Henr>). 

i ler chilijren — 
Abigail, b. June 28, 1795; m. Eli Brigham, of Jaffrey, N. H,, and re- 
moved to McDonough, New York. 
Mary, b. March 16. \797 ; d. 1799. 

Mary, b. May, 17W; m. Joseph Rollins, and removed to Peru, Vermont. 
Rebecca, b. April 19, ISJl ; m. Ebenezer Crane, of Dalton, N. H. 

G. JUDITH CODING (5 Henry. 4 Samuel, 3 William, 2 Henry, 
1 Henry). 

Her children — 
John, b. May 14, 1797; d. April 15, 1812. 
Judith, b. May 21, 1801 ; d. Oct. 1, 1805. 
Isaac, b. June 10. IWU; d. Sept. 21, 1805. 
Isaac, b. April 19, 1806; d. Dec. 17, 1S54; unmarried. 
Gilman, b. Dec. I, 1808; m. Jan. 1, 1839, Catherine Lovell ; d. May 12. 

1901. 
Alvin, b. Aug. 26. 1811 ; d. April 26, 1812 
John, b. July 8, 1813; m. Feb. 26, 1840, Mary Parkhurst; d. March 31, 

1903. 
Judith, b. May 21, 1818; d. Oct. 26, 1838; unmarried. 

7. GH.MAN CARY (6 Judith, 5 Henry, 4 Samuel, 3 William, 2 

Henry, 1 Henry). 

His chililren — 
A son, not named, b Dec. 16. IR4I ; d. Dec. 16. 1841. 
Josephine Maria, b. July 8. 1845; d. Aug. 17. 1.S4S. 
Edmund, b. Oct. 2. 1H48; d. Oct 23. 1871; unmarried. 
Ellen, b. Nov. 2. 1851; m. 1st .-Xpril 2f). 1872. E. Manford Woodward; 

2d July 3, 1892. Simon E. Stone. 
Mary, b. May 2i. 1853; d. April 3. 1883; unmarried. 
Arthur, b. April 2i. ISS8; d. Sept. 3, 1858. 

8. ELLEN GARY (7 Cilman, Judilli, 5 Henry, 4 Samuel, 3 
William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her first husband died March 23, 187.r The thanks of the 
family are due to her for preserving- the records of this branch. 
She resides in Medford, .Mass. 

Her children by the first husband, none by the second — 

William Ednunul, b. May 18, 1873; d. June 12. 1874. 

7. JOHN CARY (6 Judith, 5 Henry, 4 Samuel, 3 William, 2 
Henry, 1 Henry). 

His children — 

William Wallace, b. Jan. 22. 1841 ; m. in 1S(Vj. Mattic Spofford; died 

Sarah Minerva, b. May 21, 1850; m. May 19. 1870. Albert C. Kendall. 



138 GEXEALOGY OF THE CODING FAMILY 

8. WILLIAM WALLACE GARY (7 John, 6 Judith, 5 Henry, 
4 Samuel, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

His children — 
Bertha A., b. Oct. 17, 1866 ; lives in Proctor, Vt. 
H. M. Maud, b. Feb. 19, 1869; dead. 

8. SARAH MINERVA GARY (7 John, 6 Judith, 5 Henry, 4 

Samuel, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

She resides in Fitchburg, Mass. Her son, Eugene, lives in 
Gambridge, Mass., Fred in Waterville, Maine. 
Her children — 

Eugene Albert, b. April 9, 1871 ; m. Nov. 15, 1893, Jessie A. L. Gilliland. 

Fred Hobart, b. Oct. 21, 1879; m. April 9, 1904, E. Maude Plunkett. 

5. JEDUTHUN CODING (4 Samuel, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 

Henry). 

He was reared by his uncle, Henry, who was childless, who 
made him his heir. He enlisted as a private in the French and 
Indian War, and served in the Crown Point expedition, nineteen 
days' travel having allowed. An account due Captain Cheever 
for food, amounting to £ 1-6-3, is shown, and another dated Jan- 
uary 4, 1759, for billeting officers and men on the march from Lake 
George, due August 10, 1757, mentions his name. A receipt is 
preserved, signed by him, dated Gambridge, IMarch 25, 1757, en- 
dorsed "Colonel Brattle's Return, given to that officer by the men 
who enlisted out of his regiment into His Majesty's Service, under 
Lord Loudon, General, stating that they had enlisted before March 
22, 1757, he receiving $6.00." He again enlisted March 7, 1758, 
from Charleston, Mass., as a private, entering service March 10, 
and served until October 23 of the same year. There is no record 
of marriage or death. 



j&()nji^-(^ p^ 



r^ 



5. THOMAS CODING (4 Samuel, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 

Henry). 

As a young man he lived in Lexington, Mass., and was em- 
ployed by Joseph Gomme. When the French and Indian War was 
waging he enlisted for the Canada expedition in Captain Libbe's 
company, Colonel Fribble's regiment, his name appearing on the 
list of men fed by Ezekeil How(e), at the "Wayside Inn," in 1758, 



GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 139 

on their return. The following year he again enlisted April 6, 
and was discharged November 1, re-enlisted the next day, and 
again November 15 (his name appearing on a muster roll of that 
date), in a company of foot in His Majesty's Service, under Captain 
Israel Davis, in Colonel Jonathan Bagley's regiment. Not tiring 
of his military experience, he again enlisted from Boston, March 
25, 1762, under Captain Leonard Whiting, being discharged No- 
vember 18, 1762. A portion of his service was under Colonel 
Crane. No children are recorded . 

5. JOHN GODING (4 Samuel, 3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

He commenced life for himself in the employ of Samuel Fes- 
senden, in Lexington. His enlistment in the French and Indian 
War dates from March 29, 1762, as a private, his discharge being 
dated November 18, 1762. His name also appears on a pay roll 
dated Boston, March 5, 1763, in Captain Leonard Whiting's com- 
pany, which did yeoman service during those stirring times. 

His children — 
Mary, b. May 17, 1772. 

4. ELIZ.'\BETH GODING (3 William, 2 Henrj'. 1 Henry). 
She was the second wife of John Batherick. 

Her children — 
John, b. Jan. 4, 1729; died in infancy. 

John, bapt. Nov. 8, 1730; m. in Feb., 1754, his wife's name not recorded. 
Henry, bapt. Aug. 13, 1732. 

Timothy, bapL April 3, 1737; m. in 1759, Beulah Prentice. 
Hannah, b. Aug. 30, 1741. 
Josiah, b. Dec. 3, 1743; d. Dec. 11, 1743. 
Lydia, b. June 30, 1746; d. July 17. 1749. 

4. JOHN GODING (3 William, 2 Henr>-, 1 Henry). 

While there is no record of marriage, it is believed he was mar- 
ried and had one daughter. 

His children — 
Abigail, b. in 1740; m. John Coggswell; d. Jan. 19, 1782, in Boston. 

4. HANNAH GODING (3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

Her husband was bom March 24, 1706, she being his second 
wife. 

Her children — 

Amos, b. in 1753 or 1754; m. in 1778 or 1779, wife's name not recorded. 



I40 GENEALOGY OF THE GODING FAMILY 

4. DOROTHY GODING (3 William, 2 Henry, 1 Henry). 

For some unaccountable reason her name is not mentioned in 
her father's will. 

Her children — 

John, b. March 1, 1740. 

Jonas, b. Feb. 6, 1747. 

Benjamin, b. Dec. 25, 1748; m. Feb. 4, 1772, Deborah Beard. 

Thomas, b. Nov. 29, 1751; m. Nov. 11, 1773, Abigail Johnson. 

Elizabeth, b. Nov. 23, 1753; m. Dec. 19, 1771, Jonas Wyman. 



INDEX OF CODINGS 



(The figure* it left hand ibow jrrai of birth) 



PACE 

1868 Abbic Estclla 92 

1852 Abbic Ruth 76 

1713 Abigail 20 

1740 Abigail 139 

1775 Abigail 136 

1822 Abigail Hubbard 22 

1819 Abram 133 

1794 Abraham 28 

1832 Absolciti 83 

1905 Afia Frrn 75 

1875 Ada Lillian 76 

1885 Addic Josephine 120 

1850 Adna Lee 76 

1824 Adoniram Judson 49 

1886 Agnes Rice 74 

1863 Albert Edgar 123 

1875 Albert Klmer 36 

18f)2 Albert Frank 76 

1853 Albert Munroe 58 

1899 Alden Arthur 25 

1886 Alfred 51 

1900 Alfred Francis 57 

1874 Alfred Luther 27 

1882 Alice Blanchard 46 

18S3 Alice Florilla 118 

1861 Alice Ilsey 126 

1886 Alice May 26 

1873 Alma Fdith 103 

1851 Alphonso Chandler 63 

1828 Alphonso Landon 49 

1902 Alphonso Levi 61 

1876 Alroy Noyes 95 

1844 Alvin Lcighton 95 

1813 Amanda Coolridge 121 

1797 Amasa 96 

1836 Amasa 102 

1837 Amasa 97 

1806 Amos 96 

1753 Amos 139 

1829 Andrew 128 

1801 Angcline Larned 121 



PACE 

1847 Angeline Merritt 123 

1770 Anna 21 

1863 Anna May 116 

1860 Anne May 31 

1821 Annette 29 

1829 Ann Augusta 113 

1904 Annie Mildred 119 

1871 Anthony lanthis 58 

1831 Arabclle Rawson 113 

Ariel 136 

1881 Arthur Daniel 118 

ISfM Arthur H 99 

1877 Arthur Horace 116 

1870 Arthur Foss 43 

1893 Arthur Tuttle S9 

1S90 Arthur Warren 94 

1873 Arthur William 25 

1804 Asa 82 

18.11 Asa Spencer 86 

1801 Augusta 96 

1748 Rcnjamin 140 

1807 BL-njamin 40 

18% Benjamin Anthony 61 

18^ Benjamin Butler 92 

1842 Benjamin Franklin 76 

1866 Benjamin Judson 58 

1775 Benjamin Myrick 39 

1897 Benjamin Willard 44 

1877 Bertha 107 

1883 Bertha 56 

1862 Bertha Abbic 23 

1883 Bertha Adelaide 46 

1885 Bertha Etta 23 

18fU Bertha May 124 

1893 Bertha Mildred 78 

1883 Bessie Irene 58 

1877 Bessie May 36 

1786 Betsey 39 

1840 Betsey Jane 41 

1891 Blaine Clark 100 



142 

1890 
1879 



1864 
1803 
1818 
1892 
1860 
1870 
1864 
1895 
1821 
1844 
1816 
1842 
1854 
1882 
1863 
1856 
1870 
1868 
1860 
1838 
1871 
1856 
1856 
1872 
1872 
1888 
1866 
1855 
1894 
1844 
1842 
1892 
1883 
1849 
1863 
1875 
1856 
1853 
1860 
1888 
1S81 
1883 
1885 
1858 
1901 
1819 
1858 



INDEX TO GENEALOGY 



PACE 

Blanche VVillard 44 

Burt Hurd 25 

Burton Field Ill 

Carrie Lizzie 69 

Caroline 121 

Caroline 121 

Caroline Elizabeth 61 

Carrie Adelia 123 

Carrie Gertrude 92 

Carrie Louise 55 

Carroll 78 

Catherine Gowell 49 

Celinda Eldridge 105 

Charles 112 

Charles 95 

Charles 25 

Charles 51 

Charles 70 

Charles Adna 76 

Charles, Adoniram 55 

Charles Alvin 95 

Charles Brooks 81 

Charles Coolridge 86 

Charles Everett 90 

Charles 97 

Charles Henry 132 

Charles Leroy 92 

Charles Mariner 95 

Charles Ventres 94 

Charles Wallace 99 

Charles Widgery T 42 

Charles Widgery T 44 

Charlotte 92 

Charlotte Catherine 91 

Chester Emmet 56 

Chestina Myrilla 117 

Clara '. 92 

Clara 90 

Clara 107 

Clara Arvilla 58 

Clara Jeanette 70 

Clara Luella 132 

Clara Robey 23 

Clara Susan 59 

Clarence Eugene 56 

Clarence Floyd 118 

Clarence Leroy ?'7 

Clarence Neil 94 

Clarinda 83 

Clarissa 116 



PAGE 

1895 Clifford Stanley 117 

1896 Clyde Lester 77 

1879 Cora Elizabeth 59 

1827 Cordelia Gould 86 

1849 Corydon Otis 42 

1829 Cyrus Chase 86 



1870 
1846 
1852 
1844 
1814 
1847 
1854 
1826 
1902 
1862 
1862 
1825 
1754 
1864 
1879 
1900 
1883 
1842 
1904 
1717 

1879 

1890 
1857 
1883 
1872 
1870 
1870 
1888 
1885 
1870 
1823 
1859 
1837 
1870 
1903 
1866 
1851 
1841 

ISll 
1831 



Daisy Bell 84 

Dallas Ludolfus 115 

Dana Elmer 35 

Dana William 41 

Daniel 112 

Daniel Jefferson 118 

David Arthur 58 

David Nutter 49 

David Nutter 60 

Davis Elmer 42 

Davis Elmer 

Davis Washburn 121 

Deborah 135 

Delia Mabel 123 

Delia 107 

Delmont Emerson 60 

Dora Frances 56 

Dorcas Thomas 41 

Doris Maxim 74 

Dorothy 20 

Earle George 56 

Eda 99 

Eddv Monroe 36 

123 



Edgar 

Edith Alpha 23 

Edith May 90 

Edna 116 

Edna A 99 

Edward Lee 120 

Edward Lyman 131 

Edward Nathan 27 

Edward Richardson 122 

Edward Robert 129 

Edwin 30 

Edwin A 99 

Edwin A 100 

Edwin Lincoln 55 

Edwin Lyford 45 

Edwin R. Warren 30 

Effie 23 

Elbridge Gerry 96 

Elbridge Gerry 70 



INDEX TO 

PAGE 

1834 Elbridge Gerry 109 

1816 Elbrit 49 

1858 Elbrit Judson 55 

1879 Elbrit Mahew 51 

1667 Elizabeth 16 

1708 Elizabeth 20 

1753 Elizabeth 140 

1786 Elizabeth 39 

1796 Elizabeth 96 

1800 Elizabeth 82 

1840 Elizabeth Quincy 49 

1837 Eliza Ann Dana 122 

1808 Eliza Ann 121 

1823 Eliza Ann 97 

Ella Bessie HI 

1895 Ella Foster 51 

1844 Ella Frances 30 

1852 Ella Katherine 79 

1856 Ella May 90 

1855 Ella Mcdora 63 

1857 Ellen 73 

1835 Elmira 97 

1883 Eloisc 72 

1875 Elva Almira 103 

1878 Elva Eslcllc 41 

1822 Emeline Philbrick 49 

1845 Emerson Eugene 79 

1821 Emily Louisa 128 

1884 Emily Tarbcll 46 

1807 Emily 127 

18S.3 Emma 51 

1847 Emelme Patience 54 

1868 Emma 116 

1874 Emma Florence 120 

1838 Emma Lucinda 105 

1859 Emma Rosalie 8.1 

l&W Emulus Luke 70 

1819 Ensign Otis 72 

1848 Ensiiini Stephens 72 

1820 Ephriam 40 

1871 Ephriam Tilson 118 

1869 Ernest Adclbcrt 114 

1889 Ernest Coolridge 94 

1879 Ernest Eugene 23 

1800 Esther 96 

1823 Esther 128 

1804 Esther Lovewell 112 

1856 Estella 113 

1862 Estella Frances 106 

1875 Eugene Bigelow 79 

1838 Eugene Francis 70 



GENEALOGY ,^3 

PACE 

1859 Eugene Francis 73 

1890 Eugene Francis 74 

1877 Eula V 110 

1788 Eunice 39 

1802 Eunice 82 

1805 Eunice 29 

1834 Eunice Ann 86 

1880 Eunice E 99 

1869 Eva HI 

1898 Eva Belle 91 

1873 Eva May 76 

1825 Everett 83 

1878 Ezra Toby 92 

1870 Fannie 51 

Felix 98 

1834 Flavel 70 

1881 Flavclla Anne 56 

1834 Flavella Elizabeth 49 

1875 Flavella Emeline 58 

1875 Flora 84 

1829 Flora Ann 49 

1877 Flora Belle 58 

1849 Flora Catherine 62 

1890 Flora Emma 23 

1887 Flora May 56 

1883 Florence Ixinglcy 46 

1842 Florilla Barker 105 

1829 Florinda Thompson 70 

1874 Flora Josephine 64 

1901 Floyd Carl 77 

l.S% Forrest Linwood 120 

1843 Frances Emeline 49 

1836 Frances J 35 

1822 Frank 75 

1881 Frank Christopher 51 

1854 I->ecl Caleb 35 

1900 Fn-d L 100 

1801 Fred Earl 119 

1868 Fred Ellis 76 

1883 Fred Harold 74 

1886 Frederick Landon 68 

1855 Frederick Lawson 129 

1874 Frederick L 99 

1892 Frederick Seelcy 131 

1858 Frederick Webster 63 

1887 Gage 63 

1808 George 96 

1812 George C 133 

1856 George 110 



144 

1857 
1856 
1838 
1849 
1852 
1851 
1846 
1852 
1851 
1846 
1879 
1836 
1897 
1838 
1876 
1864 
1849 
1875 
1875 
1845 
1872 
1865 
1824 
1881 
1835 
1869 
1836 
1900 
1869 
1880 
1901 
1816 
1825 
1884 
1892 

1716 
1772 
1791 
1795 
1797 
1815 
1817 
1793 
1816 
1892 
1816 
1831 
1827 

1880 



INDEX TO GENEALOGY 



PAGE 

George Fred 26 

George E 133 

George 95 



George 



89 



George Amos 105 

George Edward 131 

George Edward 53 

George Amos 105 

George Edward 131 

George Edwin 46 

George Ernest 120 

George Gancelo 109 

George Harrington 59 

George Henry 95 

George Howard 25 

George Mansfield 87 

George Page 89 

George Thatcher 118 

George Valorus 74 

George Washington 118 

George Washington 55 

George Warren 99 

George Wells 128 

Gerry Ozro 108 

Gerry Parker 105 

Gertrude Elizabeth 58 

Gilbert Hathaway 49 

Glen 46 

Grace Annie 123 

Graci Leona 36 

Grace Lenore 100 

Granville 83 

Granville 128 

Grover Cleveland 56 

Guy Crochett 103 

Hannah 20 

Hannah 39 

Hannah 127 

Hannah 40 

Hannah 112 

Hannah 29 

Hannah 70 

Hannah Walker 22 

Hannah Walker 22 

Harold Lee 119 

Harriet 133 

Harriet Angelinc 97 

Harriet Ann 70 

Harris Estabrook 99 

Hattie 72 



PACE 

1868 Hattie 55 

1840 Harrison 95. 115 

1841 Harrison 123 

1876 Harry 74 

1861 Harry Gay 70 

1881 Harry Lee 103 

1858 Hattie 165 

1885 Hattie Belle 87 

1902 Hazel Irene 119 

1882 Hazle Vera 68 

1838 Helen 115 

1896 Helen Gilmore 34 

1859 Helen Louisa 131 

1891 Helena Bertha 117 

1630 Henry 13 

1642 Henry 13 

1704 Henry 20 

1736 Henry 135 

1746 Henry 20 

1766 Henry 136 

1772 Henry 21 

1803 Henry 29 

1864 Henry Ill 

1844 Henry Clay 70 

1858 Henry Dner 31 

1857 Henry Franklin 45 

1838 Henry West 110 

1847 Herbert 25 

1871 Herbert 74 

1888 Herbert 123 

1849 Hezekiah 118 

1S90 Homer George 108 

1854 Horace Franklin 95 

1851 Horace Greeley 123 

1856 Horace Landon 63 

1849 Howard 25 

1893 Howard Munroe 90 

1892 Howard Vernon 46 

1902 Hubert Ward 25 

Ina 99 

1808 Increase Sumner 40 

1808 Ira 83 

1874 Ira Collridge 95 

1887 Ira Lincoln 59 

1893 Irene 74 

1777 Isaac 39 

1777 Isaac 136 

1798 Isaac 82 

1837 Isabella Dorr 129 

Ivan 79 



INDEX TO 

PAGE 

1897 Ivy M 100 

1858 Izates Charles 92 

1831 James 128 

1859 James Alfred 58 

1884 James Franklin 108 

1882 James Garfield 92 

1821 Jane M 112 

1815 Jane Philbrick 70 

1867 Jedediah 123 

1740 Jfduthan 135 

1897 Jennie B 100 

1866 Jeremiah H 73 

1860 Jessie 106 

1862 Joanna S 54 

1741 Joanna 20 

1799 Joel 121 

1715 John 20 

1745 John US 

1806 John 83 

1849 John Andrew 129 

1817 John Brooks 40 

1813 John Clark 128 

1869 John Conley Ill 

1729 John 139 

1797 John 137 

1831 John Hall 122 

1853 John Granville 129 

1842 John Henry 35 

1858 John Henry 26 

1833 John Lambert 86 

19(M John Lowell 60 

1864 John Liidgate 58 

1827 John Walker 22 

1866 John Willard 123 

1766 Jonas 39 

1789 Jonas 40 

1803 Jonas 96 

1840 Jonas 110 

1876 Jonas Ill 

1845 Jonas Nathan 102 

1762 Jonathan 39 

1784 Jonathan 39 

1802 Jonathan 121 

1739 Jonathan Coolridge 20 

1810 Jonathan Coolridge 83 

1860 Jonathan Coolridge 92 

1795 Joseph 82 

1831 Joseph Alfred 102 

1888 Joseph Arthur 107 

1848 Joseph Augustus 105 

lO 



GENEALOGY 145 

PACK 

1850 Joseph Sawyer 95 

1825 Josephine 97 

1845 Josephine 187 

1853 Josephine Octavia 63 

1885 Josie Abigail 56 

1780 Judith 136 

1801 Julia 29 

1882 Kate 75 

1858 Katie Buzzell 83 

1880 Kate Charlotte 92 

1888 Kate Leone 118 

1905 Kenneth W 100 

1862 Laura Ill 

1892 Laura Amanda 43 

1843 Laura Belinda 123 

1873 Lena 107 

1895 Leo 74 

1887 Leo Vivian 94 

1891 Leola Genevieve 103 

1889 Leonard Otis 117 

1888 Leon Lester 45 

1895 Leon Linwood 119 

1863 Lida Catherine 81 

1878 Lillian Estella 87 

1842 Llewellyn 97 

1839 Loann Maria 97 

1892 I^la Anna 26 

1829 Loreana 83 

1806 Louisa Carter 121 

1849 Louisa Fuller 123 

1902 Louis A 100 

Louise 99 

1874 Lottie Ida 78 

1870 Lottie Mabel 95 

1813 Lovewcll 83 

1863 Lucia Evelyn 83 

1900 Lucille Addie 120 

1800 Lucinda 40 

1815 Lucretia 40 

1867 Lucy Anna 99 

1826 Lucy Clark 30 

1862 Lucy Ella 58 

1894 Lucy H 100 

1843 Lucy Jane 83 

1830 Ludolphiis 115 

1878 Luella Jane 118 

1791 Luke 40 

1885 Lulu Roberta 117 

1901 Luman Palm 117 



146 

PAGE 

1866 Lurette Sarah .' 76 

1791 Luther 22 

1854 Luther 110 

1884 Luther L Ill 

1824 Luther Martin 22 

1857 Luther Samuel 26 

1818 Lydia Hathaway 49 

1746 Lydia 137 

1881 Mabel Jane 41 

1880 Mabel Locke 90 

1888 Mabel Rose 100 

1849 Marcellus 110 

1886 Marcia Belle 92 

1767 Margaret 127 

1816 Margaret 128 

1889 Margaret 46 

1862 Margaret A 73 

1848 Margaret Elizabeth 91 

1829 Margaret Jane 30 

1886 Margretta Lottie 36 

1898 Margurite 94 

1889 Marguerite Adelaide 130 

1811 Maria 47 

1899 Marian 1 100 

1893 Marian Scott B 59 

1842 Marietta 70 

1879 Mark Alton 108 

1847 Mark Stephens 72 

1904 Marshall Bryant 46 

1854 Marshall Rood 45 

1732 Martha 20 

1812 Martha 29 

1814 Martha 128 

1815 Martha 47 

1857 Martha Ellen 92 

1878 Martha Evelyn 90 

1877 Martha A 99 

1833 Martin 115 

1701 Mary 20 

1746 Mary 135 

1765 Mary 136 

1772 Mary 139 

1819 Mary 29 

1833 Mary 97 

1877 Mary Abbie 27 

1824 Mary Adams 40 

1874 Mary Adelphia 90 

1849 Mary Ann 81 

1860 Mary Ann 55 

1865 Mary Ann 114 



INDEX TO GEXEALOGY 



1873 
1872 
1892 
1847 
1862 
1861 
1837 
1832 
1839 
1868 
1873 
1826 
1851 
1832 
1841 
1863 
1864 
1841 
1868 
1879 
1S86 
1881 
1865 
1840 
1766 
1768 
1/17 
1887 
1882 
1881 
1822 



1887 

1811 
1870 
1893 
1785 
1819 
1862 
1901 
1879 

1863 
1886 
1880 



PAGE 

Mary Ann 58 

Mary Augusta 118 

Mary E 100 

Mary Ellen 42 

Mary Eliza 97 

Mary E 132 

Mary Elizabeth 35 

Mary Elizabeth 105. 113 

Mary Elizabeth 23 

Mary Elizabeth 27 

Mary Elizabeth 110 

Mary F 113 

Mary Florence 118 

Mary Judith 128 

Mary Judith 129 



Mary Jane 



89 



Mary Prisbee 76 

Mary Roselia 102 

Mattie 55 

Mattie Ill 

Maude Blanche 92 

Maurice Ray 107 

Melinda 116 

Melvina Leonore 105 

Mercy 21 

Mercy 21 

Mercy Merritt 40 

Merle Stephens 72 

Mertina A 87 

Merton P 84 

Mirian Clark 30 

Myra Lute Ill 

Myron Lyman Ill 

Myrtcn Stihon 117 

Nancy Cool ridge 40 

Nancy P 109 

Natalie Annie 117 

Nathaniel 127 

Nathaniel 128 

Nellie Agusta 55 

Nellie Lee 51 

Nettie 74 

Nettie 

Nettie Florence 87 

Neva Margaret 108 

Nora G 110 



1819 Octavia Bacheldar 49 

1892 Olive Blythe 88 

1881 Olive Ethel 26 



1862 
1874 
1844 
1860 
1835 
1857 

1813 
1874 
1891 
1870 
1890 
1889 
1744 
1755 
1763 
1793 
1855 
1795 
1883 



1885 

1.S88 
1889 
1734 
1764 

ir.ss 

ISliS 
1828 
1«X)5 
1801 
1802 
1836 
1832 
1806 
1867 
1859 
1835 
1863 
1883 
1826 
1872 
1890 
1873 
1861 
1814 
1853 
1859 
1796 



INDEX TO 

PACE 

Oliver Manin 116 

Olla May 87 

Orris Alvah 76 

Oscar Winfield 63 

Otis 115 

Otis Albion 116 

Parker 96 

Parker Ill 

Pearl Gladys 94 

Percy Jedcdiah 123 

Pcrley Thomas 77 

Persis Emeline 51 

Peter 20 

Peter 135 

Peter 39 

Peter 82 

Phoebe Florilla 90 

Polly 22 

Piirlie AlphonsQ 69 

Rachel H 

Ralph Alden 25 

Ralph Edwin 100 

Ralph Henry 92 

Raymond Leslie 24 

Rebecca 20 

Rebecca 21 

Rebecca 22 

Rebecca 29 

Rebecca Anne 30 

Refpnald L 101 

Rhoda 112 

Rhoda 112 

Rhoda A 86 

Richard Hubbard 23 

Richaril Rawson 112 

Richard William 27 

Robert Mayhew 49 

Roscoe Green 113 

Rosa Loiiann 99 

Rose Gertrude 93 

Rosella 35 

Roselia Lillian 103 

Rosclina Augusta 59 

Rose Royal 95 

Rosetta Ruth 87 

Roxlina 49 

Rufus Henry 23 

Rush Martin 116 

Ruth 127 



GENEALOGY 147 

PAGE 

1811 Ruth 40 

1892 Ruth Alice 108 

1894 Ruth Hazel 43 

1833 Robert Stanwood 35 

1883 Sadie Edna 57 

1882 Sadie Elizabeth 76 

1875 Sallie F 110 

1706 Samuel 20 

1738 Samuel 135 

1761 Samuel 136 

1902 Samuel Boston 51 

1810 Samuel Merrill 112 

1734 Sarah 135 

1771 Sarah 136 

1763 Sarah 21 

1781 Sarah 127 

1797 Sarah 29 

1813 Sarah 133 

1851 Sarah Elizabeth 92 

1865 Sarah Elizabeth 27 

1830 Sarah Hubbard 23 

1865 Sarah Jane 55 

1828 Sarah Myrick 128 

1797 Sarah Pike 22 

1»*7 Sarah Whitman 131 

1749 Spencer 20 

1769 Spencer 39 

1812 Spencer 128 

1897 Stanley Floyd 119 

1883 Stella Josephine 59 

1866 Stella Mabel 81 

1878 Stella S 110 

ia»7 Stephen Milford 76 

1825 Stephen Philbrick 70 

1815 Stillman Noycs 40 

1904 Stowcll Coolridgc 96 

1860 Sumner Stimson 116 

1835 Susan Ellen 123 

1815 Susan Miranda E 121 

1857 Susan Norton 49 

1839 Susan Shannon 123 

1797 Susannah 121 

1845 Susie W 109 

1875 Sydney Jefferson 120 

1820 Sylviro 121 

1900 Tessie A 100 

1848 Theodore Parsons 49 

1879 Theo Henry 51 

1885 Theron Adams 41 



148 



INDEX TO GENEALOGY 









PAGE 








PAGE 


1710 


Thomas 




20 


1890 


Warren 


Judson 


56 


1742 


Thomas 




135 


1630 


William 




13 


1813 


Thomas 


Adams . . . 


40 


1669 


William 




16 


1879 


Thomas 


Edgar 


125 


1703 


William 




20 


1851 


Thomas 


Francis . . . 


55 


1736 


William 




20 


1844 


Tilson Stetson .... 


118 


1761 


William 




21 


1664 


Timothy 




16 


1789 


William 




29 


1861 


Tristran 


Arthur . . . 


123 


1789 


William 




127 


1811 


Tristran 


Chase .... 


121 


1799 


William 




29 


1837 


Tristam 


Madison . 


123 


1814 
1820 


William 
William 




133 

22 


1842 


Uroxa 




101 


1862 


William 




81 










1864 


William 


Henry 


50 


1836 


Valorus 




70 


1844 


William 


Bradford . . . 


89 


1846 


Valoriis 


Foscarey . 


70 


1897 


William 


Browne 


51 


1897 


Vera .. 




101 


1823 


William 


Henry 


30 


1898 


Violet 




120 


1850 


William 


Henrv 


49 


1836 


Vesta Anne 


41 


1840 


William 


Henrv H. . . . 


91 


\SSA 


Vida Anne 


56 


1874 


William 


Henry H.... 


92 


1829 


Viranus 




85 


1858 


William 


Luther 


23 










1828 


William 


Parker 


97 


1889 


Waldo 




50 


1899 


William 


Read 


34 


1861 


Wallace 




99 


1848 


William 


Stanley 


95 


1868 


Walter 




...74, 114 


1843 


William 


Wallace . . . . 


109 


1880 


Walter 


Lewis 


58 


1881 


William 


Mark 


23 


1881 


Walter 


Richard . . . 


26 










1893 


Walter 


Sewell .... 


77 


1899 


Zebulon 




112 


1878 


Ward Luther 


25 


1833 


Zeri Pike 


102 



INDEX OF NAMES OTHER THAN CODING 



PAGE 

Adams, Abraham B 28 

Alvaras F 28 

Amos 28 

Dorothy 25 

Eliza 28 

Ellice P 28 

Harriet 28 

Helen Nf 122 

John 28 

John H 36 

Joseph 21, 28 

Rev. Joseph 21 

Levina 28 

Mercy 28 

Sally 28 

Sibyl 28 

William G 28 

Adkins, Levi 115 

Aiken, Samuel A 116 

Albce, Peter 101 

Aldcn, Otis 28 

Allen, Alta M 57 

Amy 57 

Asa 40 

Charles 75 

Eliza 75 

Frank 75 

Harriet 75 

Harrison S 75 

James 55 

Lenora 75 

Leonard 75 

Margaret 83 

Mary L 85 

Nancy T 40 

Nellie M 57 

Philip S 75 

Roanne 75 

Stephen P 75 

Ames, George A 64 

Herbert B 68 

Vivian F 68 



PACE 

Annis, Elizabeth 61 

Leon B 58 

Lucy H 61 

Mark F 61 

Orrin D 61 

Ruby E 61 

Sibyl G 61 

V^irgil G 61 

Atkinson, George VV 75 

Henry 97 

William J 56 

Atwood. Abigail C 71 

Averill, Minnie 105 

Bailey, Andrew J 49 

Carrie E 69 

Eugenia 69 

Louis A 69 

Sophronia 115 

Baker, Frank G 7i 

Franklin H 129 

Nellie M 129 

Bangs, Bertha E 95 

George A 95 

Barker, Eldora 101 

Frank C 103 

Louis W 104 

Magdalene C 104 

Barrett, Arette 28 

Cynthia 28 

Barron, Frank 73 

Barton, Almira D 96 

Basford, Alanson 47 

Edwin C 71 

Bassett, Edgar H 90 

Bates, Clara S 113 

Batherick, Hannah 139 

Henry 139 

John 139 

Josiah 139 

Lydia 139 

Timothy 139 



I50 INDEX TO 

PAGE 

Eeals, Betsy 112 

Bean, Abigail 47 

Celinda L 105 

Hattie L 105 

Isaac 105 

Lora E 105 

Sherman 1 105 

Walter D 105 

Washington 47 

Beard, Deborah 140 

Benton, Belle W 63 

Berry, Carl M T! 

George W 76 

Inez G yy 

Lura M 77 

Susan 115, 121 

Bickford, Martha 85 

Digelow, Abbie R 79 

Gerald H 61 

John R 58 

Billington, Christina L 86 

Bills, Adella F 70 

Bisbee, Mary 102 

Viola 91 

Bishoprick, A, Stanley 107 

Stanley 108 

Blackweil, Lydia P 113 

Blake, Rosella S 29 

Blood, Esther 49 

Boyce, Mary 20 

Brackett, Dorcas J 23 

Draxey 22 

Bridges, Lee 87 

Brigham, Edward A 59 

Bronson, Robert A 63 

Brooks, Jessie M 85 

Brown, Amos 49 

Sarah F 52 

Georgiana 58 

Manda Charlotte 58 

Seth 1 21 

Browne L. A 109 

Floyd 110 

Fred 110 

Nelson G 110 

Pauline 110 

Ramon 110 

Bryant, Caleb H 69 

Clarence R 87 

Florilla 118 

Judith C 128 



GENEALOGY 

PAGE 

Bryant, William 87 

Buck, Anice 47 

Eliza 47 

Bull, Samuel 16 

Bumpus, Betsy 47 

Harriet G 40 

Burbank, Elzada C 107 

Herbert W 107 

Harold G 107 

Josiah F 107 

Orah J 107 

Sylvanus W 105 

Thomas A 107 

Butterfield. Benj 49 

Eliza J 52 

Leonora 102 

Buzzell, Nancy 83 

Calhoun, Mary A 126 

Campbell 102 

Carleton, Ann S 131 

Eliza G 131 

Elmer L 131 

Emily A 131 

Francis W 131 

Forrest E 131 

Wesley W 131 

William F 128 

Carll, A. W 109 

Carman, Cora B 70 

Carr, Dianthia 101 

George 101 

Carter, Sybil 39 

Gary, Alvin 137 

Arthur 137 

Bertha A 138 

Edmund 137 

Ellen 137 

Gilman 137 

H. M. Maud 138 

Isaac 137 

John 136 

Josephine M 137 

Judith 137 

Mary 137 

Sarah M 137 

William E 137 

Chamberlin, Jennie 30 

Chambers, Clara 93 

Chandler 98 

Luther 47 



INDEX TO 

PAGE 

Chandler, Lydia M 49 

Chcneo't David 40 

David L 80 

Jonathan 113 

Lucretia G 113 

Orrin 80 

Susan A 80 

Child, Adclphia 83 

Amanda H 40 

Amos 139 

Charles W 115 

Clarinda 115 

Daniel 115 

Edwin B 115 

Elizabeth A 115 

Esther J 115 

George V 115 

Granville 112 

Granville F 115 

Harrison 115 

Henry 115 

Isaac 20 

Louisa M 115 

Lucius L 115 

Child, Martha M 115 

Clapp, Albert 127 

Benjamin 127 

Carrie L 69 

Charles M 69 

Flavilla G 69 

Flora E 69 

Frank H 69 

George 127 

Henry 127 

Jennie M 69 

Margaret 127 

Moody C 49 

Nannie M 69 

Sarah 127 

Clark, Rev. Atherton 22 

Bessie 106 

Eleanor 29 

Eliza 127 

Flora 58 

Horace 42 

Dr. J 73 

Laura 99 

Minnie 99 

William L 73 

Clayton, Alma M 100 

Fred L 100 



GENEALOGY 

Cla\lon, George L. 

George S 

Hazel M 

Irvin M 

John A 



151 

PAGE 
-.100 

.. 99 
..100 
..100 
..100 



William 99 

Clough, Emory A 27 

George 23 

Georgia E 27 

Grace 1 27 

Mary E 27 

Richard G 27 

Ruby L 27 

Coffin, William 

Coggshall, Harriet .'\ 70 

Coggswell, John 139 

Coleman, Ellen 70 

Collins, David 107 

Conley, Sarah A 110 

Cook, Cleon R 119 

Harry P 118 

Percy F 119 

Coolidge, Albion 85 

Loann 82 

Mary 39 

Coombs, Charles 115 

Cox, Lillian J 106 

Crane, Ebenezer 137 

Cresson 20 

Crockett, J. H 41 

Lucy 1 102 

Curtis, Frank M 97 

Cummings, Benj. C 102 

Bertha 106 

Eva M 78 

Leon F 78 

Lincoln 76 

Maud L 78 

Cutter, Abigail 135 

C>T>hers, Horace L 93 

Damber, Francis Clifford 56 

Dana, Caroline J 122 

Eliza A 122 

Eliza A. M 122 

Henrietta E 122 

Mary F 122 

Stephen 121 

Daniels, Joseph 71 

Darling, Charles E 85 

Clarinda 85 



152 INDEX TO 

PAGE 

Darling, Elizabeth 85 

John 82 

Lucilva 85 

Mary S 85 

Rufus 85 

Ruth 85 

Samuel 85 

Susanna 85 

Viranus 82 

Davis, Annette M 36 

Emma F 36 

Lucy A 91 

Melissa 115 

Timothy C 36 

William H 29, 36 

Davenport, Solon 101 

Dawes, Emma A 53 

Day 101 

Dearborn, John S 123 

Demverse, Melvina A 115 

Dennett, Sumner C 114 

Dennis, Maria M 46 

Dexter, Elenora 34 

John 30 

John E 34 

William G 34 

Dickey, John P 129 

Dimmick. Minnie L 55 

Doble, Miriam 83 

Dolley, Christina 83 

Elijah W 113 

Elroy S 114 

Leland F 114 

Wilmer M 114 

Donnell, Martha 128 

Dorr, Daniel 29 

Dove, John 127 

William 127 

Dow, Clara J 49 

Doyle, Richard 73 

Drake, Dana 91 

Ernest E 91 

Francis C 91 

William H 90 

Driscoll, Kittie 55 

Dubois, Cornelia 23 

Dunham, Ella M 114 

Ellis 114 

Rebecca M 114 

Roscoe G 114 

Vesta E 114 



GENEALOGY 

PAGE 

Edmonds, Abbie 41 

Edson, Levangia 36 

Edwards, John 132 

Elder George A 58 

Ely, Anne 132 

Emory, Nehemiah 28 

Estabrook, Mary C S3 

Farrington, Enoch 102 

Fay, Hazel 57 

John Andrew 55 

Fenderson, Eva P 87 

Ferris, Ray Rockwell 56 

Field, Albion 86 

Charles E 89 

Ella 110 

George C 49 

George E 53 

George G 89 

Jonas J 53 

Josiah 89 

Martha E 89 

Mary J 89 

Mary S 89 

Nancy E 89 

William 127 

William A 89 

Finney 106 

Flagg, Susan 85 

Fletcher, Harriet E 121 

Fogg, Alice 1 126 

Emeline D 126 

Florence A 126 

Frederick A 126 

John S 126 

Ruth A 35 

Sumner 121 

Susan E 126 

Forbes, Robert 128 

Forrester, Mary P 58 

Foster, F. M 110 

Eraser, Lottie A 35 

French, Martha 1 71 

Lydia W 113 

Frost, Arthur C 114 

Fred 114 

Martha B 122 

Fuller, Andrew D 122 

Eliza A. D 122 

Eliza C 122 

Isaiah W 121 



INDEX TO 

PACE 

Fuller, John 76 

Louisa C 122 

Furbush, George VV 97 

Gamache, Julia M 107 

Ganong, Frank 69 

Gardner, Elenora 34 

Ernest 34 

Fannie F 42 

George F 34 

Rebecca A 34 

Theodore F 30 

William G 34 

Garnett. Gwynn 54 

Gay, Hattie A 115 

Getchcll, Laura E 83 

Gibbs, Ella M 113 

Ellen 71 

Frank B 82 

Horace E 81 

Lida C 82 

Gifford, Abbie S 89 

Gilliland. Jessie A. L 138 

Gillson, Philcna 123 

Gilman, Bessie A 26 

George 23 

George F 26 

Richard E 26 

Sarah G 26 

Gilmorc, Hannah 30 

Gleason, Benjamin 140 

Elizabeth 140 

John 20 

Jonas 140 

Thomas 140 

Glidden, Lucretia 76 

Glover, Harry E 119 

Willis E 118 

Goddard, Augusta 118 

Goodwin, Caroline A 123 

Margaret L 128 

Gordon, Eldridge 90 

Eva L 90 

George 115 

John H 90 

John L 90 

Gowcll, Catherine 39 

Grant, Marcia 76 

Graves, Dr. Benj 52 

Pliny E 52 

Gray, Elias 76 

Green, William 133 



GENEALOGY 153 

PACE 

Griffin, Darwin 29 

Griffith, S. E 41 

Griggs, Ella 49 

Grose, Daniel 121 

William 121 

Gunn, Ida 51 

Hackelton, Samuel 28 

Hadley, Ashton W 124 

Haines, Carrie J 51 

George W 91 

Lilla F 51 

Philena E 92 

Philona E 92 

Hancock, Charles D 54 

Clara F 54 

Elizabeth 54 

Emeline P 54 

Flora E 54 

George W 54 

Josephine 54 

John L 49 

Dr. Joseph L 54 

William 54 

Harbinson, Samuel 56 

Harlow, Eva F 88 

George M 88 

Harold L 88 

Leslie H 87 

Levi F 132 

Harmon. .Mpheus K 113 

Charlotte K 83 

Esther D 83 

Levi F 113 

Levi W 80 

Louisa M 83 

Martha B 113 

Mary F 113 

Nathaniel 112 

Persia B 113 

Samuel B 113 

Sarah 113 

Harrington. Patience 121 

Harris. Nathaniel 28 

Hart, Alice M 100 

Charles W 100 

Clive V 100 

Estella M 52, 102 

Eunice H 100 

Herbert H 100 

Myrtle E 100 



154 INDEX TO 

PAGE 

Hart, Pearl R 100 

Richard 99 

Harvey, William 54 

Hathaway, Williams S 41 

Hawkins, Emma J 49 

Hayward L 99 

Pearl H 101 

Haynes, Carrie B 52 

Elizabeth F 52 

Florence A 52 

John 49 

John N 52 

Robert C 52 

Waldo F 52 

Hayward, Mabel 46 

Hefferin, John 83 

Hurlburt, Alice 55 

Higgins. Laura J 42 

Hill, Andrew 116 

Hilton, Evelyn E 23 

Hinds, Aurelius S 45 

Hodge, Appleton 76 

Martha A US 

Hodgkins Ib2 

Holbrook, Cyrene 83 

Holden, Elizabeth 20 

Holmes, Carrie 89 

Holston, Francis W 36 

Hopkins, Frances 115 

Houck, Elizabeth L 34 

Houdlette. Jasper 131 

Howard. Allen 102 

Elizabeth V 74 

Walter 103 

Howes, Hannah M 97 

Hoyt, Clara 98 

Hnbbard, Abigail 22 

Hughes, J. U 110 

Jewell 110 

Humphreys. Faustina 76 

Huntoon, Lucy A 109 

Hurd, Electa B 25 

Emma H 25 

Jessie F 23 

Hnstin, Lorenzo D 102 

Hutchinson, Grace P 74 

Hyde, Charles H 71 

Clara J 71 

Corydon L 71 

Ella M 71 

Harriet E 71 



GEXEALOGV 

PAGE 

Hyde, Henry 70 

John M 71 

Joseph 70 

Joseph E 71 

Sarah K 71 

William A 71 

Irish, Alice J 42 

Emerson A 42 

Ethel T 42 

Samuel F 41 

Jamieson, Anna L 23 

Effie 23 

Thomas G 22 

Jewell, Robert J 132 

Johnson. Abigail 140 

Anna C 93 

August N 93 

Floyd P 93 

Frank A 93 

Joseph C 80 

Niles P 92 

Jones, Adeline V 114 

Cora S 118 

Harriet M 47 

Mercy A 113 

Jordan, Jessie 127 

Joy, Arabella 49 

Flora E 73 

Harriet A 73 

John H 73 

John M 70 

Kalloch, Abbie 98 

Belinda 97 

Keep, Mary S 105 

Keith. Minnie 132 

Kendall, Albert C 137 

Eugene A 138 

Fred H 138 

Kennedy, Allan 52 

Keyes, Adeline 76 

Killbreth, Syrena 112 

Kimball, Bertha J 25 

Frank A 25 

Lieut. F. C 23 

Frederick G 25 

Lucia F 25 

Margaret L 25 

King, Ethel G 57 



INDEX TO 

PAGE 

King, Rev. Melville 120 

Wm. Fielding 55 

William G 57 

Knight, Almira A S3 

Knowlton, Newell 106 

Knox, James 28 

Prudence 40 

Kyes, Catherine F 122 

Gustavus 122 

Lafayette, Lillian M 23 

Lagross, Elme M 58 

Lahey, Florence A 56 

John J 56 

Lamas, Cristy 36 

George 36 

Lambert. Emma 98 

Louise J 54 

Lamkin, Eliza P 70 

Lane, Emma 95 

Josie A 72 

Larkin, Lclia 51 

Lamed, Hannah 20 

Larrabec, Aaron 115 

Gertrude 86 

Lathrop, Carrie A 91 

Lawrence 28 

Layton, Gertrude 54 

Leach, Alice L 78 

Calvin R 76 

Charlotte 115 

Lottie I 78 

Leavitt, Arthur 97 

Charles 97 

Edward 97 

Elsie 97 

George 97 

Josephine 97 

Josephine 97 

Mary E 97 

Myra 97 

Oliver 97 

Sam\icl 97 

Winfield S 97 

Lee, Patrick B 97 

Leighton, Joseph 132 

Libby, Jason 85 

Livermore, Hannah 133 

John 127 

Locke, Adrian S 84 

Carl E 84 



GENEALOGY 155 

PAGE 

Locke, Florence E 84 

Isabelle M 89 

Lewis G 84 

Mary L 84 

Stillman 84 

William 1 84 

Viola H 84 

Logan, Frank G 54 

Longley, Marian S 45 

Lougee, Vernon C 84 

Lowell. Catherine 39 

Lovell, Catherine 137 

Levering, Carrie 97 

Lovewell, Abigail 86 

Elizabeth 39 

Hannah 39 

Ludgate, Elizabeth 49 

Lyford, Charles D 46 

George E 46 

Mary E 46 

Nathaniel 40 

Lynch, Lucy A 45 

Lyndon, Thomas 54 

Lynds, Margaret E 34 

L>'man, Kittie 92 

Macmurtry, Elizabeth 108 

Herbert 108 

Wilfred A 108 

William J 107 

Magrew, Alice R 105 

Mark, .'\nnette M 36 

Fred A 36 

George A 36 

Godfrey 29 

Markweli, Frits 116 

Martin. May L 26 

Massey, Edna 103 

Maxim, Fannie 74 

Sarah B 113 

McCafFerty, Bessie 89 

McCauley, Marguerite J 86 

McCausland, Myrtie L 115 

McDonald, Nellie E 42 

Susie E 42 

McEard, Harry L 84 

McFarden, Maria 75 

McGowan, Emma G 129 

Merrill, Hiram A 122 

John E 52 

Lillian M 80 



156 INDEX TO 

PAGE 

Merritt, Daniel 121 

Edward R 122 

Flaville D 122 

George H 122 

John H 122 

Joseph W 122 

Lidora A. D 122 

Mary A 122 

Rufus D 122 

Silviro V 122 

Dr. Victor 106 

Miller, Addie D 26 

Louisa 126 

Warren 93 

Millikin, William H 126 

Mitchell, Mina 98 

Monto, Mary B 53 

Moody. Abbie P 71 

Laura A 73 

Moore, Abel 28 

Abner 28 

Asa 21, 28 

Rebecca 28 

Samuel 28 

Sarah 28 

William 28 

Morrill, Nancy 102 

Morrison, William 97 

Morse, Clara A 22 

Elijah 22 

Florinda J 90 

Harrison 113 

Motherwell, Rachel H 12 

Munsey, Emma J 71 

Murphy, Carrie 1 99 

Murray, Ada 89 

Alma V 116 

William 57 

Muzzer, Arthur E 95 

George A 95 

Myers, Bertha F 24 

Mark 23 

Myrick, Ann B 127 

Benjamin 127 

Elizabeth 127 

Emily 127 

George 127 

Maria 127 

Mary A 127 

Sarah 127 



GENEALOGY 

PAGE 

Nichols, Dell L 93 

Noble, Sarah E 105 

Norton, Harriet 121 

Susanna M 49 

W. H 78 

Noyes, Alice F 45 

Clara M 45 

Ellen E 45 

Frank 76 

Henry C 40 

Henry W 45 

Jane 47 

Lucinda 121 

Rossie L 77 

Nutting. Edward 128 

Osgood, Alice A 35 

Annette 129 

Annie E 129 

Caleb 35 

Emily C 129 

Fred C 35 

John C 45 

Johua K 128 

Wallington 129 

Wellington 129 

Owen, Augustus J 35 

Henrietta 35 

Packard. Rosanna 76 

Page, Henrietta 116 

Park, Ann 75 

Asa 121 

Louisa M 126 

Parker, Abigail 121 

Amos 121 

Cyrus 121 

Elizabeth 39 

Emma M 50 

Fannie A 50 

George W SO 

Hannah 121 

Harriet 121 

Henry P 121 

James F 50 

James L 49 

Joel 121 

Jonathan 121 

Rhoda 121 

Scarboroueh 39 



INDEX TO 

PACE 

Parker, Susannah 121 

Walter M 50 

William H 50 

Parkhiirst, Leroy J 35 

Mary 137 

Parkinson, George Loui.s 57 

Parlin. Oliver 28 

Pcarce, Mary E 114 

Pease, Irving 106 

Gustavus 105 

Gutavus W 105 

Lester W 106 

John A 106 

Mary 16 

Minnie F 106 

Roger L 106 

Sarah L 106 

Peirce, Daniel 20 

Henry 20 

Horace 105 

Nathaniel 75 

Perry, Elizabeth 13 

George L 126 

Phelps, Ella A (A 

Ella B 63 

Flora J 64 

George C 64 

George L 63 

Philbrick. Hannah 85 

Harriet 40 

Lucy 82 

Mary 29 

Thomas 82 

Pike, Cornelius 102 

Dora 105 

Esther A 102 

Fred 105 

James 96 

James M 102 

Jonas G 102 

Jonathan 121 

Lucinda 96 

Lucinda E 102 

Mariah A 102 

Mary 9(S 

Miranda D 102 

Scth B 102 

Sylviro V 102 

William S 102 

Pinkham. Lucy M 30 

Rev. Nathaniel J 30 



GENEALOGY 157 

PAGE 

Pinkham, Samuel E 30 

William G 30 

Plunkett. E. Maude 138 

Poland, Flora E 118 

Pomroy, Luther 71 

Porter, Jacob 100 

Powers, Edgar Borne 56 

Pratt, Maud B 107 

Prentice, Beulah 139 

Prescott, Luetta 26 

William H 75 

Prime, George K 45 

Pulsifer, Lizzie 95 

Pushor, Ada 1 84 

Clarence L 84 

Flora E 84 

Lowell 1 84 

Merton P 84 

Pearl C 9A 

Peter P 83 

Putnam, John 115 

Rallins, Joseph 137 

Ranlctt, Elizabeth A 22 

Read, Georgia 31 

Reed, Abigail 127 

Elmira 76 

George C 97 

W. H 123 

Zclopha 97 

Reynolds. Arvillc G 41 

Ephriam G 41 

Ira 40 

Lyford N 41 

Mary C 41 

Vesta A 41 

Rice, Elizabeth 73 

Rich, Sarah 121 

Richards. Abigail 40 

.\my T 39 

Richardson, Ann 76 

Artemus 76 

Bcmis 47 

B.tsy W 47 

Cb.irles W 47 

Charlotte W 47 

Clara 1 114 

Cora E 114 

David 76 

Edward W 47 

Edwin 76 



158 INDEX TO 

PAGE 

Richardson, Edwin W 114 

Elizabeth 47 

Ellen 75 

Eunice 47 

Fortner 47 

Helen M 114 

Horace 76 

John 47 

John H 39 

Jonathan 40 

Jonathan G 47 

Lenora 

Lucinda 76 

Lucinda N 47 

Lnra J 47 

Mabelle F 114 

Maria 47 

Martha S 47 

Mary W 47 

Miriam 76 

Nancy C 47 

Nelson W 113 

Otis G 47 

Richard 47 

Ruth 47 

Sabra A 75 

Samuel 39 

Susan 47 

Walcott 76 

Walter N 114 

Wesley 47 

William 47 

Winifred P 114 

Richmond, Ruth R 129 

Riggs, Frank H 92 

Frank J Q2 

Robbins, Clarence E 56 

Deanthia A 70 

Ear! F 56 

Eugene 1 55 

Edward E 80 

Fred E 79 

Mattie A 56 

Maud A 80 

Minnie J 80 

Nelson 115 

Ralph 56 

Rosalvin 105 

Vida A 56 

William F 80 

Roberts, B. F 36 



GENEALOGY 

PAGE 

Roberts, Evelyn H 80 

George 49 

Norton M 52 

Oscar L 52 

Robinson, Maggie 123 

RolHns, Louisa A 132 

Violanta 101 

Rolph, Jonathan 101 

Rose, Lillian 63 

Ross, Harriet B 28 

Laura 96 

Viola A 95 

Rowe, Dorcas 96 

Rosella 115 

Rowley, Josephine 99 

Royce, Ada 1 50 

Russell, John 136 

Mary 135 



Sargent, Edward H. 

Jennie A 

Ruth 

Saunders, Byril . . . 

Horace K 

Vera 

Sawyer, Carroll W. 

Charles H 



42 

42 

39 

101 

99 

101 

69 

70 

Charles M 73 

Granville D 86 

Granville L 86 

Jennie A 73 

Lewis C 86 

Mary 83 

Mary A 99 

Norman A 86 

Sarah E '. 86 

William S 86 

Seaman, Henry 54 

Seavey, A. B 23 

Georgia M 90 

Sellers, Alfred H 54 

Severance, Lizzie 97 

Sewell. Dana 106 

Gertrude 106 

Herbert W 106 

Willis N 106 

Shaw, Cora 54 

George A 83 

Harry A 84 

Shepard, Eunice 21 

Sherburne, Charles A 36 



INDEX TO GEXEALOG)' 



PAGE 

Short, Eleanor M 45 

Shumway, Emma F 122 

Simmons, Annie E 89 

Skinner. Samuel P 54 

Small. Charles G 106 

Maurice H 106 

Melvina A 106 

Olive 106 

Samuel H 105 

Smith. Abram 101 

Adelaide M 129 



Andrew F. . 

Smith. Addie F 

Alice F. ... 

Bernard H. 

Charles 

Charlotte A. 

Clara 

Clara W. .. 
Edwin M. . 



. 97 
.129 
. 98 
.118 
. 28 
. 40 
. 98 
. 76 
. 98 



Emeline 97 

George H 87 

Julia M 86 

Lcnora 113 

Lincoln S 98 

Lucretia 102 

Mary 96 

William 1 98 

Winnifrcd 43 

Spaulding. Mattie M 76 

Speed. Paul 135 

Spcllman, Ann 49 

Spike. Francis C J 56 

Spike. William D. C 56 

Spofford, Hatlic 137 

Sponncr, Martha 20 

SpraRue. John F 123 

Marv E 70 

Morrill G 124 

St.incliff, Susanna B 108 

Stanley, Frank 41 

Standish, Man,' 28 

Starbird. William 85 

Starborn, Sarah A 115 

Stearns, Mary 20 

Mercy 20 

Stcbbins. Dr. GcorRe S 122 

Stephens. Josephine 70 

Stetson. Mary 112 

Stevens, Mabel 76 

Homer W 107 



159 

P.\GE 

Stinchfield, Eliza 70 

Stoddard. Gertrude 54 

Stone, Moses 121 



Simon E 

Stowell, Mary E. 
Stugal, Alice M. 
Sturtevant. Sarah 



E. 



.137 
. 83 
. 52 
. 76 



Styles, Hosea B 127 



Swaney, Edith L. 
Swasey, Eleanor 1 

Harry G 

Joanna B 

John C 

Kate W 

Thomas B. 



R. 



50 
75 
75 
75 
70 
75 
75 



Sylvester, William 121 

Taylor. John W 123 

Tclfer. Agnes C 35 

Tilley 98 

Thomas, Sarah J 40 

Thompson. Edwin 97 

Ervin 87 

Charles 97 

James 97 

Josephine 97 

Mertina .'\ 87 

William A 80 

Thurman. Harriet 114 

Thurston, Addie 98 

Bert 98 

Charles 98 

Edwin 98 

Frank 98 

Mary 98 

Scwoll 97 

Tolmau. Patience 40 

Tooth.iker. Ivus P 88 

Topping. Estella L 103 

Forrest H 103 

Orrin W 103 

R.iymond H 103 

Tower, Samuel 128 

Sarah 128 

Towers, .\hbie L 95 

Towne. Eugene M 83 

Titu< 83 

Walter E 85 

Williston E 85 

Trask, .Annie 101 

Eliza 75 



i6o 



INDEX TO GENEALOGY 



PAGE 

Trask. Martha 75 

Tubbs 125 

Tuck, Jane H 121 

Nancy 121 

Tucker, Benjamin F 26 

John 132 

Turner, Emily 118 

Tuttle, Clara 58 



Van Cleve, Charlotte 

John R 

Margaret 

Ventres, Mary E. . . , 
Muriel E 



108 

107 

108 

92 

93 

William R 92 

Virgin, Eltene E 41 

Wakefield, Dr 73 

Walker, Albion 40 

Aminiah 102 

Antoinette 122 

Hannah 21 

William A 102 

Walters, Daniel 113 

Walton, Joshua V 47 

Wamsley, Gage 63 

Harvey A 63 

Helena E 63 

John W 63 

Leo 63 

Lydia M 63 

Wardwell, George A 103 

Willis H 103 

Warren, Albert Ji 

Florence 75 

Martha J 55 

Washburn, Reuben 97 

Waterhouse, Ai 49 

Dorothy B 60 

Eula M 60 

Flavilla E 60 

Frank P 126 

Harry S 58 

Mark A 53 

Mark F 60 

Philip W 60 

Waterman, Eva M 132 

James R 128 

Joseph H 132 

Robert Z 132 

Warren M 132 



PAGE 

Watson. Briggs H 71 

Webber, Alice C 93 

Birdie 93 

Carrie 1 93 

Cecil H 93 

Coolidge L 93 

Elsie T 93 

Ernest E 93 

Grace L 93 

Horace L 93 

Jennie L 93 

John B 93 

Louisa A 93 

Rose G 93 

Tristram L 92 

William L 93 

Webster, Hiram 116 

Weed, Florence E 80 

Weeks, Lysander 35 

Weld, Maude L 114 

Wellman, John W 76 

Weston, Emily 76 

Wetherbee, Ralph W 60 

Zabine 58 

Wheeler, Caroline D 122 

Fred R 93 

Jennie A 107 

Martha 49 

Whitten. Emma 27 

Whittier, Abbie L 57 

Ada B 57 

Archie H 57 

Frederick W 55 

Sadie E 57 

Stella B 57 

Wilcox, John 116 

Williams, Joseph D 127 

Lydia A 109 

Nancy P 109 

Rufus 129 

Wilson, Alfred L 57 

Florence 57 

Melvin 57 

Robert 55 

Wing, Mary 115 

Rowena 115 

Viola B 115 

Wingate, Annie D 120 

Winship, Thomas 135 

Witham, Dunham 29 

Eliza 76 



INDEX TO 

PACE 

Witham, Florence A 36 

VVoodbridge, Matid E 58 

Woodman, Myron L 63 

William E 137 

Woodworth, Harvey D 49 

Wyman, Charles Arthur 98 

Daniel 96 

Elizabeth 101 

Emeline 101 

Esther 101 

John 101 

Jonas l-W 

Parker G 101 

Susan 101 

Uroxia 101 

York. Elmer II 118 

Gladys 118 

James E 119 

Montizc M 119 

Myrlc 1 119 

Tilson R 119 

V'oung. Amelia M 131 



GENEALOGY i6i 

I PAGE 

Young, Angie 76 

Caroline A 26 

Charles H 131 

George G 131 

Helen A 131 

Jessie G 131 

, John 98 

I Mary A 112 

I Ralph G 131 

' Vernon 106 

Zenomc. Louisa 73 

Zoller, Agnes SO 

Belle SO 

I Clara E 50 

'■ Forrest SO 

' Henry 49 

Hcnr\- C SO 

Jennie SO 

, Lyman E SO 

i Nellie SO 

[ Waldo SO 

1 Willis C SO 



I I 



APPENDIX A 



A branch of the Coding family came to America during the 
middle of the last century, a number of whom were children of 
John Coding, of Banwell, Somersetshire, England. Others came 
from Keynsham, in the same county, and settled in Toronto, 
Canada, who spell the name with two "d"s." As thev were born in 
southern England, doubtless they are from the same stock we 
originated from. 

1. JOHN GODINC. 

He was a plasterer and tiler of Banwell, England. His wife, 
Sarah, had a large number of children, eight of whom lived to 
reach maturity. 

His children — 

George, remained in England, where he reared a large family. 
Ann, came to America in 1860; d. in 1889 in Valparaiso. Ind. 
Amelia, b. in 1827; m. in 1848. Rochester Durham; d. July 8, 1889. 
John. b. June 28, 1830; m. July 4, 1866, Malina Blackman ; d. Jan. 19, 

1880. 
Samuel, m. Margaret A. Fitzgerald ; died Feb. 7, 1876. 
William, came to America in 1860, residing in Ohio ; d. in 1867. 
Thomas, went to Australia. 
Caroline, went to Brazil. 
Frederic, b. in 1843. 

2. AMELIA GODINC (1 John). 

She was married in Cenoa, III, residing near there until her 
death. 

Her children — 

William, is dead. 

Sarah Ann, b. July 4, 1850; m. Nov. 14. 1877, Alonzo Holroyd. 

Emily, is dead. 

Francis, is dead. 

Delia, b. in 1854; m. John Wylde. 

Lily, b. in 1859; m. May 21, '1879, David S. Lord. 

Fannie, b. in 1869; m. March 27, 1890, William Head. 

Olive, m. June 2, 1890, Leland Walters. 



APPENDIX 



163 



2. JOHN GODIXG (1 John). 

Me came to America in 1862; his wife was born March 29, 
1837. and died June 3. 1893. 

His children — 

Vadah J., b. .April 14, 1868; m. Feb. 11, 1889, Lewis J. Boardman. 
Cleveland A., b. June 4, 1869; m. June 4, 1895, Edna Rudolph. 

3. \'.\D.\H J. GODIXG (2 John, 1 John). 

ller children — 
Vadah G., b. Feb. 27, 1890. 
Charlie .\.. b. May 20, 1892; d. July 7. 1899. 
Leota M., b. Feb. 3, 1894. 
Viola, b. Oct. 24. 1895. 
Clyde L., b. May 1, 1897. 
Marie E., b. April 20, 1900 

3. CLEVELAXD A. GODIXG (2 John, 1 John). 

He is a broker, with an extensive connection, residinj^ in 
Genoa, III., where he is one of the leading business men of that 
city. His wife died May Z?', 1905. 

His children — 
Hazel, b. Dec. 30. 1896. 
George, b, Sept. 19, 1899. 

2. SAMUEL GODIXG (1 John). 

He was born in Bristol, England, moving to Montreal, Canada, 
in 1867, where lie lived six years, making his permanent home in 
Aurora, III., where he died February 7, 1876. His wife died Jan- 
uary 27,. 1885. 

His children — 

George James William, b. Feb. 23, 1858; m. Aug. 29, 1887, M. E. Walsh. 

S.imiicl John Thomas. 

Sarah Ann, is married, but is childless. 

3. GEORGE JAMES WILLIAM GODIXG (2 Samuel, 1 John). 

He was born in Colchester, Essex county, England, removing 
with his parents to .America. He was trained for a locomotive en- 
gineer, whicli occupation he followed for years. He is credited 
with being the father of the locomotive firemen's organization, in 
which he has been a leader for years, and has been one of its trus- 
tees for a long time, besides having been honored in other ways 



1 64 APPENDIX 

by that great labor organization. Some years ago he was elected 
editor of the Locomotive Firemen's Magazine, a position he filled 
with satisfaction to its readers. He has been a member of the 
Chicago City Board of Examining Engineers for a number of 
years, and vice-president, a position requiring great skill and a 
thorough knowledge of men. 

His children — 

George James, b. July 14. 1S88. 
Leo Thomas, b. in March, 1890. 
Irene May, b. in December. 1892. 

3. SAMUEL JOHN THOMAS CODING (2 Samuel. 1 John). 
He is a theatrical manager, residing in Chicago, 111. 

His children — 
Harold, b. in 1899. 

2. FREDERIC CODING (1 John). 

He is deputy sheriff of Schuylkill county, Pa., and resides in 
the city of St. Clair. 



The branch spelling the name Godding, who were born in 
Keynsham, Somersetshire, England, settled in Toronto. Canada. 
All of the data obtained is the following names, all belonging to 
one family, and all of whom were born in England : John, Eliza- 
beth, George, James Howell, Vine, Charlie, Emily and William, 
the latter the only one living ; he has a daughter, Mabel. 



APPENDIX B 

The Codings who first settled in Australia were born in Ban- 
well, England, going to Australia about 1851 . There arc two dis- 
tinct families claiming no relationship, although being born in the 
same little town. Presumably they are from the same original 
stock. They belong to the laboring class, are honest, energetic, 
inclining towards trade, and take a keen interest in labor organiza- 
tions of which they are honored members. 

1. ARTFILR CODING. 

He was born in Banwell, England, his father. James, being 
a carpenter and wheelwright, while he was a shoemaker. He emi- 
grated to Australia in 1857. having married Mary Stock before 
his departure, locating in Victoria. He died in 1872. his wife ten 
years after. His brothers were: George, a butcher; William, a 
carpenter; and James, a carpenter; all resided in England. 
His children — 

Charli-s, b. Dec. 8, 1832; m. Jan. 2, 1873, Bridscl Barrett. 

Hcnr>-, III. Charlotto llciulorson. in Melbourne; <1. in 1903. 

Emanuel. 

Sarah .Ann, ni. l.st David Gault; 2d in 1870. .Xndrew Gray. 

Arthur, m. Charlotte Machon. 

Jamc.'., b. in 1846; m. Elizabeth Bcith. in 1867. 

John, m. 1st Ellen Brown; 2d Elizabeth Brown in 1891. 

Hannah Sarah, m. Kdwiii Oaten : <! in 1871. 

2. CHARLES CODI.\(] (1 Arthur). 

He landed in \ictoria June 14. 1851, ten years after, removing 
to Dunedin, Xew Zealand, where he married and has since lived. 

His children — 
Charles Allen, b. Dec. 5. 1873; m. Jan. 1, 1894, Emma King; no issue. 
Mary Elizabeth, b. July 20, 1875; unmarried; a dressmaker. 
Isabella, b. July 30, 1877; m. Sept. 26, 1900, Robert Young; no issue. 
Albert James, b. Dec. 19. 1879; m. June 19. 1901, Ellen Bayless. 
Victoria Theresa, b. July 1. 1881; unmarried; domestic. 
Ellen Louisa, b. June 30. 1884; unmarried; domestic. 
Beatrice Catherine, b. Sept. 24. 1886; unmarried; domestic. 
Margaret Amelia, b. .'Vpril 10. 1889; unmarried; domestic. 
Mable, b. July 4, 1891 ; unmarried ; a student. 
Lillian .\gatha. b. Nov. 15, 1893; a student. 
Sarah .Ann. b. April 9, 1896; d. Dec. IS, 1902. 



1 66 APPENDIX 

3. ALBERT JAMES CODING (2 Charles, 1 Arthur). 

His children — 

Ellen Elizabeth, b. Feb. 13, 1902. 
May Evelyn, b. May 14, 1904. 

2. HENRY C. CODINC (1 Arthur). 

His children were born in Victoria ; his wife died in 1903. 

His children — 

Albert H.. is married. 

Arthur, is married. 

Thomas Henderson ; died in 1904. 

Annie, is married. 

Edith, is married. 

Jenny, is dead. 

Charles. 

Lily. 

Elsie. 

2. SARAH ANN CODINC ( 1 Arthur). 
Her first husband died in 1868. 

Her children by the first husband — 

David, is married. 
Mary Ellen, is married. 
Emma Elizabeth, died in 1871. 

Her children by the second husband- 
Andrew, is married. 
William. 
Arthur. 
James. 
Frank, is married. 

2. ARTHUR CODINC (1 Arthur). 

His wife died in 1898; children born in Victoria. 

Emily Elizabeth, married. 

Henry Arthur, married. 

Mary Ellen, married ; died in 1902. 

Charlotte Amelie, married. 

Hannah Sarah, married. 

Charles, married. 

Margaret, married. 

John, married. 

Frank, married, 

James, unmarried. 

Harriet May, unmarried. 



APPENDIX 



167 



2. JAMES CODING (1 Arthur). 

He has been a well known cricketer, and is a prominent mem- 
ber of the local labor organizations in which he is deeply interested, 
the members of which hold him in high esteem. His family is a 
most interesting one, which extends a warm welcome to the stranger. 
His eldest daughter is in business in Brunswick, Victoria, and is a 
clever woman. 

His children — 
Sarah Ann, b. in 1869; unmarried; a dressmaker and draper. 
Mary Jane, b. in 1871 ; m. in 1896, William M. Adams, a journalist. 
Jessie, b. in 1874; m. in 1901, Francis M. Rotter. 
Florence, b. in 1884; unmarried. 

2. JOHN CODING (1 Arthur). 
His first wife died in 1890. 

His children — 
Eleanor Diana, married. 
Edward John, married. 
Henry Walter. 
Winifred Louisa. 
Frederick James. 
Eloisc Victoria. 
Arthur. 
Ethel. 

John Bright. 
Stella. 

Emma Florence. 
Eva. 

2. HANNAH SARAH CODING (1 Arthur). 

Her children — 
Edwin. 

1. ALFRED CODING. 

lie was born in Somersetshire, England, in 1833, and married 
Eliza Williamson, in Victoria; died in 1902. He was not related 
to the Arthur branch, although he was born in the same county. 

His children — 
Edward Hill, b. in 1868; unmarried. 
Eva Jane, m. Henry Hercules. 
May, b. in 1870; d. in 1879. 
William John, b. in 1879; m. in 1901. Lillian Ro.se Brooks. 

2. WILLIAM JOHN CODING (1 Alfred). 

His children — 
Eliza Susan, b. in 1902. 
Cora Mira, b. in 1904. 



APPENDIX C 



A family spelling the name Godding, residing in the United 
States, trace their first ancestor to John Godding, who came from 
Scotland, about 1750, and located in Attleboro, Mass., where he 
married Rebecca Sweetland, of that town. He died prior to 1779, 
for about that time his widow and family moved to Fitzwilliam, 
N. H., the eldest son taking up a section of land. The historian 
of that place states, "The family was much respected, and formed 
good connections in this and neighboring towns." 

1. JOHN GODDING. 

His children — 

Mary, b. Aug. 15, 1752; in. 1st John Starkey ; 2d Jacob Newell; no 

issue. 
John, b. Sept. 15, 1754; m. 1st Polly Robbins ; 2d Miss Congdon. 
Asenath, b. Sept. 10, 1756; m. Bethuel Bishop. 
Olive, b. Aug. 24, 1758; died in infancy. 
Sarah, b. April 21, 1760; m. Isaac Jackson. 

Timothy, b. Aug. 15, 1762; m. Ruth Robbins; d. March 7, 1856. 
Rebecca, b. April 26, 1765; m. Jesse Bishop. 
Asa, b. Jan. 27, 1768. 
William, b. Aug. 30, 1773; m. ; died early, in Burke, Vt. 

2. JOHN GODDING (1 John). 

He moved in western New York, where, in 1855, the descend- 
ents were to be found. "He was a capable and energetic young 
man." 

His children 

Hannah, b. May 5, 1783; m. 1st John Starkey; 2d Jacob Newell. 
Mary, b. July 12, 1785; m. Bethuel Bishop; lived in Shrewsbury Vt. 

John. b. June 3. 1788; m. ; lived in Greenwood, N. Y. 

Asenath, b. July 13, 1791. 

Asa, b. Dec. 1, 1793; died in childhood. 

Levi, b. Sept. 11 , 1797. 

2. TIMOTHY GODDING (1 John). 

He was a farmer in Troy, N. Y., but late in life resided with 
his son, Alvah ; he died March 7, 1856. his wife Nov. 7, 1854. 



APPENDIX 



:69 



His children — 

William, b. Nov. 1, 1790; m. 1st Sarah Bonnell, d. Oct. 16, 1872; 2d 

Mary Ink. 
Rebecca, b. April 21, 1793; d. Oct .10, 1799. 
Alvah, b. Nov. 5, 1796; m. Jan. 22, 1828, Marj- Whitney; d. Jan. 11, 1874. 

Rufus, b. Aug. 8, 1799; m. Lucina ; d. March 15, 1865. 

Ira, b. March 5, 1802; m. Eliza White; d. Dec. 10, 1849. 
Loncy. b. Aug. 29, 1804; d. Feb. 24, 1833; unmarried. 
Philinda, b. Feb. 15, 1807; d. Feb. 14, 1842; unmarried. 

3. WILLIAM GODDING (2 Timothy, 1 John). 

He was a farmer of Hestor, N. Y. 

His children by the first wife — 

Hannah, b. Nov. 22, 1817; m. Rowland Wilbur; d. July 22, 1896. 
Calista, b. June 7, 1820; m. Oliver Byrum ; d. Dec. 1. 1901. 
Sarah, b. June 13, 1822; m. Judson Gee. 

His children by the second wife — 

Edna, b. Nov. 15, 1826; m. James M. Larrison. 

Alvah, b. Aug. 10. 1828; m. Dorcas L. Walworth. 

George, b. Aug. 29, 1831 ; unmarried; dead. 

Susan, b. Sept. S. 1834; m Minor Larrison; d. Sept. 19, 1869. 

4. ALVAH GODDl.VG (3 William, 2 Timothy, 1 John). 

He is a farmer of .Mecklenburg, X. Y. 

His children — 
Mary E., b. Oct. 16, 1850; m Solon P. .•\ckley. 
Martha Ellen, b. Oct. 10, 1855; died aged I'/i years. 

3. AL\ AH GODDING (2 Timothy, 1 John). 

He was a member of the school inspection committee in 1823; 
graduated from the medical department of Bowdoin College in 
1825, and S(.ttled in the practice of his profession in Wincliendon, 
Mass., where he was held in high esteem. From exposure in saving 
the life of a poor Irish woman, he died . His wife died No- 
vember 15, 1870. 

His children — 
William Whitney, b. May 5. 1831 ; m. Dec. 4, 1860, Ellen R. Murdock ; 
d. in 1902. 

4. WILLIAM WHITNEY GODDING (3 Alvah, 2 Timothy, 1 
John). 

He was graduated from Dartmouth Medical College in 1854, 
from the New York College of Physicians and .Surgeons, and from 



I70 APPENDIX 

the Medical College of Castleton, Vt., in 1857. Two years after 
he was appointed assistant physician to the State Hospital for the 
Insane, at Concord, X. H., and in 1S63 to a similar position in the 
Government Hospital for the Insane, at Washington. In 1870 he 
was appointed superintendent of the Insane Hospital at Taunton, 
Mass., resigning the position in 1877 to accept the superintendency 
of the Government institution at Washington, where he remained 
until his death. He was a voluminous writer on subject con- 
nected with his favorite branch of medicine, his papers having a 
profound influence on a more enlightened treatment of the insane. 
He published, in 1882, a volume entitled "Two Hard Cases ; 
Sketches from a Physician's Portfolio," one of which cases being 
that of Guiteau, the assassin of President Garfield, during the trial 
of whom he was the Government expert. He was a large man, 
genial, with a large amount of wit and humor, and a most enter- 
taining host. 

His children — 
Mary Patton, b. Feb. 22, 1867 ; unmarried. 
Rowena Murdock, b. July 7, 1870; unmarried. 
Alvah, b. Nov. 8, 1872; unmarried. 

3. RUFUS GODDING (2 Timothy, 1 John). 

He was a minister of the gospel. His wife was born in 1804, 
and died, a widow, Jan. 17, 1887. 
His children — 

Alvah W., a college professor. He was married to Jane L. 

A daughter. 

4. ALVAH W. GODDING (3 Rufus, 2 Timothy, 1 John). 

He was a professor in colleges; his wife was born in 1832 and 
died October 9, 1853. 

His children — 
Clarence M.. b. June 27, 1857; m. Nov. 23, 1886. Charlotte Snow. 
Clara W., m. Sept. 4, 1878. Robert F. Tolman. 
Edward A., b. Sept. 4, 1863; m. Feb. 12, 1890, Susan M. Sheldon. 
George R., b. Oct. 16, 1865 ; d. Jan. 6, 1869. 

5. CLARENCE M. GODDING (4 Alvah M., 3 Rufus, 2 Timo- 
thy, 1 John). 

He is a successful surgeon of Providence, R. I. 

His children — 
Louise, b. Sept. 26, 1887. 
Anna A., b. Jan. 29, 1891. 



APPENDIX tji 

3. IRA GODDING i2 Timothy, 1 John). 

He lived at Troy, X. V. His wife died in 1847. 

His children — 
Rufus, b. Jan. 22. 1836: m. Sept. 21, 1865, Sophronia H. Miller; d. 
June 23, 1892. He was a machinist, and died in Taunton, Mass. 
He was childless. 



1. JOHN GODDING. 

He was born in Mansfield, Mass., moving to Rockland. Maine, 
from Fox Island, during the Revolution. He married Saviah 
Lucus, of Massachusetts, and died Dec. 30, 1816. It is not known 
where he joins the family, but possibly a cousin of John. 

His children — 
John, b. Nov. 4, 1776; m. Jan. 25. 1798, Nancy Killsa; d. in Oct., 1862. 
Betsy, b. Amr. 4. 1784; m. 1st Samuel Lindsay; 2d Hatcvil Pease; d. 

Dec. 28. 1850. 
Hatch, b. Aug. 10, 1786; m. Oct. 6, 1810; lost at sea. 
Sarah, b. Sept. 14, 1788; m. 1st Thomas Crockett; 2d Elibeus Partridge. 
Lucy Jane, b June 14. 1793; d. April 18, 1817; unmarried. 

2. JOHN GODDING (1 John). 

He moved to Waldo, Maine, and died there. 

His children — 
John, b. April 19, 1798; m. and moved to Waldo, Maine. 
Hugh K., b. Oct. 16, 1801 ; m. and moved to Live, Maine. 
Sabra Killsa, b. July 24, 1805; m. and moved to Northport, Maine. 
2. BKTSY GODDING (1 John). 

She moved to Thomaston, Maine, and died there. 

2. S.\R.\H GODING (1 John). 

She moved to Rockland, Maine, and died there. 



APPENDIX D 

PERSONS OF THE NAME NOT PLACED 

"FRED GODIXG" is recorded as having enlisted at Waterville, 
Maine, February 25, 1''04, and deserted in 1905. He was born 
April 24, 1882, locality not given, and states his father was 
French. Doubtless his name is spelled Godin. 

ELDRIDGE D. CODING and wife, Rachel, resided in Lowell, 
Mass., where they lost a son, Montagh, February 1, 1876, by 
death. 

GEORGE GODEN, enlisted under Captain Wheelright, as sentinel, 
October 23, 1723, serving 32 weeks; residence, Newberry, 
Mass. 

J. Y. CODING, now in business in Worcester, Mass., is in no 
way related to the famih', having been adopted by a family 
of the name, in Europe, many years ago. 

MOSES CODING, of Corinth, Maine, mentioned in the Patent 
Office reports. 

MYLON CODING, of Alameda, Cal., mentioned in the Patent 
Office reports. Probably Myron, son of Henry West Coding. 

PHILIP CODING, of Stoughton, Mass., served under Captain 
John Withington, of Dorchester, the only soldier receiving a 
reward for services to the colony ; also served under Major 
Wade, about 1735. .Mentioned in the History of Ashburnham, 
Mass. Possibly a brother of John Codding, from Scotland. 

TIMOTHY CODDING, a weaver, aged 26, born in Woburn. 
Mass. Enlisted as a volunteer July 14, 1740, under Captain 
Stephen Richards, to serve in an expedition against the Spanish 
West Indies. Possibly a brother of John Godding, from Scot- 
land. 

BETSY CODING, married in Livermore, Maine, November 11, 
1850, Wm. Coffin : a niece of her husband states Betsy was a 
widow at the time of this marriage, but does not mention 
whose ; a Coding by marriage only. 

ELME MARTHA CODING, of Natick, Mass., married June 17, 
1896, John F". Waters; she was divorced March 6, 1893; a 
Coding by marriage only. 



INDKX TO APPENDICES 



CODING OR GODDING 



Abigail 

Albert H 166 

Albert James 165 

Alfred 167 

Alvah 168 

Alvah W 170 

Amelia 162 

Ann 162 

Anna A 170 

Annie 16(> 

Arthur 165 

Asa 168 

Ascnath 168 

Beatrice Catherine 165 

Betsy 171 

Calisia 169 

Caroline 162 

Charles 164 

Charles Allen 163, 165 

Charlotte Amelic 166 

Clara W 170 

Clarence M 170 

Cleveland A 163 

Clyde 163 

Cora Mira 167 

Delia 162 

Edith 166 

Eleanor Diana 167 

Edward John 167 

Edward Hill 167 

Eliza Susan 167 

EldridRe 172 

Elizabeth 164 

Ellen Elizabeth 166 

Ellen Louisa 165 

Eloise Victoria 167 

Elme Martha 172 

Elsie 166 

Edna 169 

Emily 162. 164 

Emily Elizabeth 166 



PAGE 

Emanuel 165 

Emma Florence 167 

Ethel 167 

Eva 167 

Eva Jane 167 

Edward A 170 

Fannie 162 

Frederick 162 

Fred 172 

Frederick James 167 

Frank 166 

George 162 

George James 164 

George James William 163 

George R 170 

Florence 167 

Hannah 168 

Hannah Sarah 165 

Harriet May 166 

Hatch 171 

Hazel 163 

Harold 164 

Henry 165 

Henry Arthur 166 

Henry G 166 

Henrv Walter 167 

Ira 169 

Irene May 164 

Isabella 165 

James 165 

James Howell 164 

Jennie 166 

Jessie 167 

John ,1, ■ 162 

John Bright ,«, 167 

Hugh K 171 

Leo Thomas 164 

Levi 168 

Lillian Agatha 165 

Lily 162 

Loney 169 



174 INDEX TO APPENDICES 

PAGE 

Leota 163 

Louise 170 

Lucy Jane 171 

Montagh 172 

Margaret 166 

Margaret Amelie 165 

Mary 168 

Mary Elizabeth 165 

Mary E 163 

Mary Ellen 166 

Mable 165 

Mary Jane 167 

Mary Patton 170 

May 167 

May Evelyn 166 

Moses 172 

Mylon 172 

Olive 162, 168 

Philinda 169 

Philip 172 

Rachel 172 

Rebecca 168 



PAGE 

Rowena Murdock 170 

Rufus 169 

Sabra Killsa 171 

Sarah 168 

Samuel 162 

Samuel John Thomas 163 

Sarah Ann 162, 163 

Stella 167 

Susan 169 

Thomas 162 

Thomas Henderson 166 

Timothy 168 

Vadah J 163 

Vadah G 163 

Victoria Theresa 165 

Vine 164 

Viola 163 

William 162 

William John 167 

William Whitney 169 

Winifred Louisa 167 



NAMES NOT CODING 



Adams, William M 167 

Ackley, Solon P 169 

Barrett, Bridget 165 

Bayless, Ellen 165 

Beith, Elizabeth 165 

Blackman, Malina 162 

Bishop, Bethue! 168 

Bishop, Jessie 168 

Boardman, Charlie A 163 

Clyde L 163 

Leota M 163 

Lewis J 163 

Marie E 163 

Vadah G 163 

Viola 163 

Bonnell, Sarah 169 

Brooks, Lillian R 167 

Byrum, Oliver 169 

Brown, Elizabeth 165 

Ellen 165 

Coffin, Wm 172 

Cnngdon, Miss 168 

Crockett, Thomas 171 

Dunham, Delia 162 

Emilv 162 



Fannie 162 

Francis 162 

Lily 162 

Olive 162 

Rochester 162 

Sarah Ann 162 

William 162 

Fitzgerald, Margaret 162 

Goult, David 166 

Emma E 166 

Mary Ellen 166 

Minar 169 

Gee, Judson 169 

Gray, Andrew 165 

Arthur 166 

Frank 166 

James 166 

William 166 

Plead, William 162 

Henderson, Charlotte 165 

Hercules, Henry 167 

Holroyd, Alonzo 162 

Ink, Mary 169 

Jackson. Isaac 168 

Killsa, Nancy 171 



INDEX TO APPENDICES 



PACE 

King, Emma 165 

Larrison, James M 169 

Minor 169 

Lindsay. Samuel 171 

Lord, David S 162 

Lucas, Saviah 171 

Machon, Charlotte 165 

Miller, Sophronia 171 

Murdock, Ellen R 169 

Newell, Jacob 168 

Oaten, Edwin 165 

Partridge, Elibeus 171 

Pease, Hatcvil 171 

Robbins Polly 168 

Ruth 168 

Rotter, Francis M 167 



175 

PAGE 

Rudolph, Edna 163 

Sheldon, Susan M 170 

Snow, Charlotte 170 

Starkey, John 168 

Stock. Mary 165 

Swcctland, Rebecca 168 

Tolman, Robert F 170 

Walsh, M. E 163 

Walters, Lcland 162 

Walworth, Dorcas L 169 

White, Eliza 169 

Whitney, Mar>' 169 

Wilbur. Rowland 169 

Wylde. John 162 

Williamson, Eliza 167 

Yountj, Robert 165 



E,RRATA 

Page 20, under 4 William Coding, the sentence, " He was elected 
fence viewer March 7, 1763," belongs under 5 William Coding, add- 
ing, " in Watertown." 

Page 37, line g from top, read Mmor instead of Miner. 

Page 40, first line. Tollman should be Tolman. 

Page 50, last word should be Swaney, not Suaney (printer's error). 

Page 108, line 7 from bottom, 1838 should be 1837. 

Page 109, Susan W. should be Susan Wiggins. 

In other names than Coding, insert Frank Gird's. 



FAMILY REGISTER 



FAMILY REGISTER 



FAMILY REGISTER 



FAMILY REGISTER 



,,-k- 



Lb fig 10 



,0 O^ 



O- V 



■^i. 



'-^y. v*^ 



\ ■^ a , r. 















^' 






r. I- '^'^ s' 






.■^' 'Cn 












o^- 









^^ ^ 






\;.! /'^^ ' 




^/ 








:> 











-/' '• H \ \ 



', ■^.^' 






; 0' 



-••x-^- 



%.^ 



^■\ 



' 


^. 




t* 


,^^^^ 


■''^^ 


■ \ 







,-0' .'' 



•n/- v^ 



'^ ivc 



■^A S-^ 



x^" 



''o. " 



>' . " , 



•/■ '511- 



^.^ 



A->' 



,0' s- 



:, . .,,." ^ r' ''h 



o'<' 






<^. '-^^.<' 



^A c^^ 



^0 0_ 



\\- 






'*>. " ■. s . ^ 



■ 



.-\^- 



aV^^ 



-■J-, .^ 






..\\" 



.x^' -^v,. 



^^^>^-- 



aN 



-K .^^ 



%.# 



A"*' 



< -r. 



■^^■ 



co^ 



